This is what is getting destroyed in the Notre Dame Cathedral
The medieval Catholic cathedral that has stood for more than 850 years — and took more than 200 years to complete — is the most-visited monument in Paris. Some 13 million people a year explore the Gothic landmark where Napoleon was coronated emperor, or climb the 387 winding steps up the two belfry towers for a breathtaking view of the city, perched amid Notre Dame’s legendary bells and stone gargoyles and chimera.
Because many priceless works of art and relics considered sacred to Catholics were threatened, and during the Catholic Holy Week leading up to Easter, no less. They include what’s believed to be a piece of the True Cross that Jesus Christ was crucified on, as well as remnants of the Crown of Thorns he wore.
Notre-Dame de Paris en proie aux flammes. Émotion de toute une nation. Pensée pour tous les catholiques et pour tous les Français. Comme tous nos compatriotes, je suis triste ce soir de voir brûler cette part de nous.
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