Notre Dame Cathedral set to reopen this weekend after major restoration

Notre Dame Cathedral will reopen this weekend after a major restoration following the 2019 fire. The ceremonies include the reopening of the cathedral's doors, the reawakening of its organ, and the first Mass, attended by numerous dignitaries. Archbishop Laurent Ulrich will lead the reopening service, which features a unique ritual to open the doors and revive the organ. The organ, which has not been played publicly since the fire, has been meticulously restored and will be played by four organists. The restoration has received significant global support, raising over 846 million euros from donors worldwide. The cathedral's interior has been cleaned and restored, making it more magnificent than it has been for generations.