Notre-Dame's Bells Resound as Cathedral Nears Reopening
TL;DR
The bells of Notre-Dame cathedral in Paris rang for the first time since the devastating 2019 fire, marking a significant milestone in its restoration. Eight restored bells tolled as part of a technical test ahead of the cathedral's official reopening next month. Three new bells were also installed, including one donated by the Paris Olympics committee. The restoration is on schedule, with the reopening set for December 8, fulfilling President Macron's promise to rebuild the iconic structure within five years of the blaze.
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