Before the tragic fire that ravaged a large part of the Notre Dame cathedral of Paris in April 2019, this architectural marvel was the most visited historical monument in Europe. This Gothic wonder built between the 12th and 14th centuries boasted around 14 million visitors each year. After five and a half years of repair and restoration, the famed cathedral will open its doors again today. Around 50 heads of state will attend the cérémonie d'ouverture or opening ceremony this evening. It will be open to the general public from Sunday, 8 December with the first mass open to all starting at 6:30 p.m.
While all of France waits with baited breath to see her jewel rise to glory yet again, the tourists cannot help but ask if they will have to shell out a few Euros to visit the Notre Dame which has always offered free entry to its visitors. As of now, entry to France's pride remains free, but several French MPs are calling for a thorough debate on the subject.
This story is from the December 08, 2024 edition of The Free Press Journal.
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