Notre Dame Cathedral: A Grand Reopening Amidst Political Turmoil
Notre-Dame Cathedral, a medieval Gothic masterpiece and France's most visited site before its closure, is set to reopen on December 8, marking five years since a devastating fire. The cathedral, deeply intertwined with French history, has witnessed significant events like the French Revolution and World War II. Notable facts include its construction on four previous churches, its architecture reflecting the Golden Ratio, and its transformation into a "Temple of Reason" during the Revolution. It also served as the site for the first Estates-General and the conversion of poet Paul Claudel.