Notre Dame Cathedral reopens in Paris after five years of restoration
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Notre Dame Cathedral reopened on December 7, 2024, after five years of restoration following a devastating fire in 2019. The ceremony included a blessing by the Archbishop of Paris and was attended by notable figures, including French President Emmanuel Macron and US President-elect Donald Trump. The restoration has returned the cathedral to its former glory, featuring a new spire and restored decorations. Visitors can now book free tickets online, with group visits starting in February for religious groups and June for tourists. The restoration involved thousands of experts and cost over 840 million euros. The Catholic Church expects Notre Dame to attract 15 million visitors annually.