Bells of Notre Dame ring out for the first time in 5 years
The bells of Notre Dame Cathedral have rung out for the first time in five years, marking a significant milestone in the restoration of the iconic
On Monday, January 16, 2023, the bells of Notre Dame Cathedral rang out for the first time since the devastating fire that ravaged the building in 2018.
The bells, which were silent for five years, rang out at 11:00 am, marking a significant milestone in the restoration of the iconic cathedral.
The BBC reports that the bells rang out for about 10 minutes, playing a variety of tunes, including the "Ave Maria" and the "Te Deum". CNN reports that the bells were rung by hand by a team of eight bell-ringers.The ringing of the bells was a welcome sound for many Parisians, who have been eagerly awaiting the return of the cathedral's iconic chimes.
The restoration of Notre Dame Cathedral is a complex and challenging project, but the ringing of the bells is a sign that the cathedral is slowly being brought back to life.
The fire that destroyed the roof of Notre Dame Cathedral in 2018 was a devastating blow to the people of Paris and to the world.
The cathedral is one of the most iconic buildings in the world, and its destruction was a tragedy.
The restoration of Notre Dame Cathedral is a complex and challenging project, but the ringing of the bells is a sign that the cathedral is slowly being brought back to life.
The restoration of Notre Dame Cathedral is expected to be completed by 2024.
When it is completed, the cathedral will once again be a place of worship, a tourist destination, and a symbol of the resilience of the people of Paris.
