Notre Dame Cathedral reopens in Paris after five-year restoration

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Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris has reopened after a five-year restoration following a devastating fire in 2019. The event was attended by world leaders, including President-elect Donald Trump and British Prince William, among 1,500 guests. The reopening ceremony, originally planned for outdoors, was moved inside due to strong winds. French President Emmanuel Macron and Archbishop Laurent Ulrich led the celebrations, which included a symbolic reopening of the cathedral's doors and a religious service. The restoration received nearly $1 billion in donations globally, highlighting Notre Dame's significance as a cultural landmark. The event marks a major milestone in the cathedral's recovery.


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