Notre Dame, Paris

== CATHEDRALE NOTRE DAME DE PARIS == "Each face, each stone of this venerable monument is not only a page of the history of the country, but also of the history of knowledge and art.... Time is the architect, the people are the builder." -- Victor Hugo, Notre-Dame de Paris. === INTRODUCTION === I love Paris. In fact I could have written that famous song, 'I love Paris in the Springtime."!! Because whenever you visit Paris the sights you see and ...
...of Light', is the magnificent Notre Dame Cathedral. Notre Dame Cathedral is situated on the 'Ile de la Cité,' (the original birthplace of Paris), the area of Paris that divides the city's right and left banks. The Ile de la Cite is surrounded by the Seine River, the cathedral is arguably the most striking gothic cathedral in the world--and is undoubtedly the most famous. Started in the 12th century and completed in the 14th, Notre Dame Cathedral ...

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The sun is shining! A casual walk down the Seine has chilled me out after my recent height skirmish and littlemissy and I have both tried out some absolutely gorgeous ice cream. The stroll has brought us to our next victim… sorry destination I mean. The Notre-Dame Cathedral, which after yesterday I really hope to get inside this time. Considering that the cathedral was built in the 12th and 13th century it is truly innovational. I have never seen ...
...It is that stunning. Thanks to the tourist infestation yesterday littlemissy and I had not been able to explore the innards of the Notre-Dame. However it had given us the chance to get a good look around the exterior of the cathedral in its entirety and take lots of photos of gargoyles (woo hoo). The cathedral at certain points, even though it is quite obviously stone, makes me think of the building as being grown rather than built. There is vitality ...

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Notre Dame must be one of the most famous churches in the world, and visiting it you can really see why. The church is situated on Ile De La Cite, in the heart of Paris on the Seine. The foundation stone was laid in 1163 beginning the long and illustrious history of this impressive Catholic church. Kings were crowned here, Joan of Arc was canonized here in 1920 and perhaps most famously of all Victor Hugo wrote about the church. The building itself ...
...is both intricate and solid looking. Entry to the church is free but you must be careful what you take photos of, never wear a hat, remain fairly silent and dress decently (this means covered shoulders for women). The silence is enforced by this weird guy saying 'shhhh' through a speaker system every few minutes. You can pay 15 francs if you want access to the church 'treasures' but I didn't bother as it didn't look too interesting (priest outfits ...

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Notre Dame Cathedral is a Parisian Catholic church which welcomes parishioners from all over the world, for worship, as well as travellers who come to appreciate over 700 years of divinity and fine architecture. I've been past it on several visits but this year fate called me in on a historic day, one remembered in sadness: the day the Pope John Paul II died. My sister and I walked around this massive, beautiful interior and we slowly realised the ...
...evening we went back to Notre Dame and took part in his special Mass, attended by the French Prime Minister. The entire area was closed off to traffic, police were everywhere and we were so moved to join many thousands for this really special Catholic farewell to the Pope who had visited for a special service at the Notre Dame 'Our Lady' in May 1980. Notre Dame de Paris, as it stands, was not the first church on this site but the church as it is ...

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...middle of the river Seine, Notre Dame cathedral represents the apitome of gothic design. Although construction began at around 1160, it wasn't until 90 years later that the two towers on the west side were erected and another 550 years when the grand spire was added. The towers were to have had spires of their own, but these were never completed. In 1804, it was at the cathedral that Napoleon was crowned as Emperor of France. The 386 steps that take ...
...well worth the climb, as you are rewarded with stunning views of central paris and beyond and the Gargoyles and statues that are built on the roof and facade just cannot be appreciated from ground level. Inside the cathedral the three stain-glassed rose windows are nearly 10 meters (32 feet) in diameter and create a spectacular colour and light display on a bright day. Although the cathedral itself is free to enter, there is a nominal charge to climb ...

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I went in when my French class went over to France for a week. I have to admit it looks great from the outside. All my classmates didn’t want to bother going in, as it "isn’t anything special!" That’s what they think!! As soon as you walk in you can see only darkness, the stained glass windows are dark, the walls are dark, and the whole place is dark. Soon, you eyes become accustomed to it, and it is wonderful. Everyone is walking ...
...them!!) and everyone is silent. However, there is a feeling in it, a loud, eventful, panicking feeling inside. I wasn’t planning to spend so long in there, but I ended up sat inside for about an hour, that’s how easy it is! I lit a candle, the only thing I had to pay for. There were some bits you had to pay for, but getting in is actually free. ...

Amanda_Fowler1 20.03.2001 · Read full review
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...I wanted to do. Visit Notre Dame. I had always wanted to see Notre Dame since I was about 6, and now, 13 years later, I was going to get to see it. We took the eurostar to Paris, and stayed in the centre of the city. We took the metro (and he bought me a rose during a metro train change), and went to visit Notre Dame. We walked around the corner into the square in front of the cathedral, and it took my breath away. I felt tears in my eyes. I was ...
...30 minutes we spent in Notre Dame, the organ was being played constantly, keeping the atmosphere like you should be respectful (as you should in a church). We lit 2 candles, and then carried on walking around the side of the church. You could sit and pray if you wanted to on a pew in the centre of the church. The interior of the church was just as you would expect it. Light stone floors and walls, with intircately stained glass. We saw the two big ...

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...if you go to the Notre Dame, you will feel the same way. She doesn't just look magnificent outside, but greater inside. I think I'll start from the outside. Situated on the beautiful Ile de Cite (Isle of City - Centre Paris) it is pretty just as it was in the novel/film 'Notre Dame'. There is a lovely square in front so peaceful-looking yet crowded with tourists (and of course, souvenir shops!). It looks like an ordinary church however if you look ...
...front and angels on the doors. Normally the main door (or gate even?) isn't open and people go in from the side door. I went in Easter so there was loads of people however once you entered the Dame it suddenly becomes silent which was amazing. There are sacred music going on which you can't help to develop a feel of seriousness and respect other than 'just a tourist attraction'. It is absolutely huge inside and if you look on the windows and celings ...

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Paris is a stunning and lively city. It is packed full of things to do and places to visit. And is an essential for any holiday maker who wants to really experience some of the French culture. The “must see” things in Paris include the Eiffel tower Le Louvre. If crowds and tourists aren’t your thing, then maybe you should steer clear of some of the main attractions especially in peak holiday season, when it starts to get very crowded. However Paris ...

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this is one of the jewesl in the crown of paris. it is situated right in the middle of the glorious town, by the seine and towers above the other buildings. unfortunately it is opften under repair and you can not see the whol edifice, but it is still worth the visit. the square in fornt of it is a very peaceful place and one where many writers congregate for a quiet moment. the spires (or lack of) give the church a littl ebit of a blunt appearance ...

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