Notre Dame Cathedral reopens to the public after five-year restoration

Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris officially reopened on Saturday, marking its first public access since a devastating fire in 2019. The restoration took five years, a significant achievement compared to the nearly two centuries it took to build the cathedral. The reopening ceremony was held inside due to strong winds, with 1,500 guests, including world leaders, attending. Archbishop Laurent Ulrich symbolically reopened the cathedral's doors, and a concert featuring renowned artists celebrated its restoration. The event comes amid global unrest and political challenges for French President Emmanuel Macron, who hopes the reopening will unite the nation. Notre Dame is expected to attract 15 million visitors annually, up from 12 million before the fire.