Notre-Dame Cathedral to reopen on December 9 after extensive restoration
Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris will reopen on Saturday, December 9, 2024, after being closed for 5.5 years due to a fire. The fire, which occurred on April 15, 2019, destroyed the spire and roof. The 860-year-old cathedral has undergone extensive restoration. It features a new spire and rib vaulting, with its flying buttresses and gargoyles restored to their original condition. The reopening marks a significant recovery for the iconic structure, which is a symbol of France and Paris. The restoration has enhanced the brightness of its white stone and gold decorations.