Arrr! Notre Dame's shiny new mast be unveiled in a grand milestone after the scurvy fire befallin' th' cathedral!
2024-02-13
Arrr! The mighty scaffolding 'round the lofty peak o' Paris' Notre Dame Cathedral be removed on a Monday, after near five years o' restorin' and rebuildin'! Aye, the grand ship be sailin' steady on her path to glory once more!
In a momentous occasion for the Notre Dame Cathedral, the scaffolding surrounding the iconic Paris attraction was finally removed, revealing the cathedral's new spire adorned with a golden rooster and a cross. The sight of the new spire brought forth emotions from nearby resident Frederico Benani, who expressed his joy and hope at the cathedral's restoration. The scaffolding removal is just one step in the ongoing efforts to restore the cathedral to its former glory after it was ravaged by fire in April 2019.Along with the new spire, other restoration efforts have included the installation of an anti-fire misting system and the recreation of the original cross. The cathedral is currently on track for its renovation process and is expected to reopen its doors to the public in December 2024. However, during the Paris Olympics in July and August, the cathedral will not be accessible to the public as the city hosts the Summer Games. The restoration process is still ongoing, with much of the cathedral still surrounded by scaffolding that may take weeks or even months to remove.
The restoration of Notre Dame Cathedral has been a major undertaking and is estimated to cost between $1.13 billion to $2.3 billion. French President Emmanuel Macron set a target of five years for the completion of the restoration efforts, aligning with the timeline of the 2024 Summer Olympics. The removal of the scaffolding is a significant milestone in the cathedral's journey towards renewal and resilience.