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Notre Dame Bells Ring After Restoration
The bells of Notre Dame Cathedral rang in harmony for the first time since the devastating 2019 fire, marking a significant step in the cathedral's restoration.
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- What is the significance of the bells' return to Notre Dame Cathedral?
- The bells' return marks a significant step in the cathedral's ongoing restoration. This successful test run of all eight bells ringing simultaneously signals that the restoration is moving forward.
- What is the weight range of the eight bells returned to Notre Dame Cathedral?
- The eight bells, ranging in weight from over four tons to about 800 kg, were carefully removed, cleaned, and restored before being returned to the cathedral in mid-September.
- What were the stages involved in the process of returning the bells to Notre Dame Cathedral?
- The bells were individually tested on Thursday before this successful test run. Following the test, officials expressed their satisfaction, but minor adjustments remain before the grand reopening.
- What damage did the 2019 fire cause to Notre Dame Cathedral and how did that affect the bells?
- The Notre Dame Cathedral fire of April 2019 caused significant damage to the north belfry, necessitating extensive repairs. The return of the bells is a crucial part of the overall restoration process, one of the largest in Western history.
- When did the bells of Notre Dame Cathedral ring together for the first time since the 2019 fire?
- The bells of Notre Dame Cathedral rang together for the first time since the 2019 fire. The eight bells, named after important figures in the diocese and church, were carefully restored after being damaged in the blaze.