How was the Parisian monument rebuilt?published at 08:42 Greenwich Mean Time
Now, in late 2024, the Parisian monument is set to reopen. But how was it rebuilt?
Once the site was made safe, there was a debate about whether to modernise the building, with ideas like a glass roof and a massive flame to replace the spire.
These ideas were ultimately rejected, and the reconstruction remains largely true to the original.
In the end, an estimated 2,000 masons, carpenters, restorers, roofers, foundry workers, art experts, sculptors, and engineers worked on the project.
The renovation has involved so many resources that it hasn’t only repaired the cathedral but also given a huge boost to French crafts; trades like stone carving have seen a big increase in apprenticeships thanks to the publicity.