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Notre Dame Cathedral Set to Reopen After Five-Year Restoration

Notre Dame Cathedral reopens to the public on December 8, showcasing extensive restorations after a devastating fire in 2019.

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Updated: Nov 29th, 2024, 10:20 AM ET

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Notre Dame Cathedral is set to reopen on December 8, 2024, after five years of extensive restoration following a fire in 2019. French President Macron will highlight the restoration's achievements, including a new altar, revitalized interiors, and structural improvements. The project, marked by a phase of safety and stabilization, has secured approximately $1 billion in donations. While the interior is ready, exterior work continues until 2025, symbolizing a cultural revival in Paris amidst ongoing concerns about the pace of restoration and its historical significance.

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