A fire swept through Paris' historic Le Marché des Enfants Rouges early Monday, destroying the food market that first opened in the 17th century, city officials said.

Oct. 12 (UPI) -- A fire swept through Paris' historic Le Marché des Enfants Rouges early Monday, destroying the food market that first opened in the 17th century, city officials said.

The fire broke out around 3:15 a.m., but by time firefighters arrived an hour later, the flames had already destroyed some 10,000 square feet of the covered food market, including 17 stalls inside, Paris fire official Lt. Col. Pierre de Bouvier told reporters.

No serious injuries were reported and the buildings surrounding the market appeared to have been spared, The New York Times reported. It's unclear what started the blaze.

Le Marché des Enfants Rouges, which translates to the Red Children, was named for a nearby orphanage that closed in 1772. The children housed there were known for wearing red clothing.

The market opened in 1615 in Paris' 3rd arrondissement. It was frequented by locals shopping for the night's dinner ingredients and tourists alike. It was declared a historical monument in 1982, ABC News reported.

Mayor Emmanuel Grégoire said part of the city's history went "up in smoke."

"We will find temporary locations for the businesses so that all their activities can be maintained," he said. "An investigation has been launched to determine the cause of the fire."