On December 7, 2024, Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris reopened after a devastating fire in April 2019. Archbishop Laurent Ulrich led the ceremony, with bells ringing and doors symbolically opened. French President Emmanuel Macron and world leaders attended the historic event. Over 2,000 skilled workers, including carpenters, stonemasons, and artisans, meticulously restored the cathedral’s iconic spire, oak roof framework, stained glass, and intricate interiors. The €840 million restoration, funded