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Notre Dame Cathedral Reopens in Paris with First Mass and Standing Ovation

Dec 7, 2024, 06:44 PM

Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris, France, has officially reopened its doors to the public after undergoing extensive renovations following a devastating fire in 2019. The reopening ceremony, led by the Archbishop of Paris, included a series of events to celebrate the cathedral's recovery. The event featured the ritualistic reopening of its massive doors, the sound of the thunderous organ, and the celebration of the first Mass. Paris firefighters, who played a crucial role in saving the cathedral during the fire, received a standing ovation during the ceremony.