Notre-Dame de Paris is very old, over 800 years old! Appointed bishop of Paris in 1160,
Maurice de Sully decided to give the capital a cathedral worthy of France’s largest city. He wanted to build it in the style of the day, now known as the gothic style.
King Louis VII, one of his classmates, encouraged the project.
The Church, notable residents of the city, and the entire population participated in construction: some offered money, others offered their labour, while others offered their knowledge.
Construction began in 1163, and Notre-Dame would be completed some 100 years later, in 1272.
I like this picture of Notre-Dame de Paris because it been around over 800 years old. I know that it carry many history in it. I like the fact everyone came together to creat a build that would be around for many years.
ReplyDeleteI like this picture of Notre-Dame de Paris because it been around over 800 years old. I know that it carry many history in it. I like the fact everyone came together to creat a build that would be around for many years.
ReplyDeleteThis is a beautiful cathedral. I can only imagine how the inside looks, especially since it took 100 years to complete. I would love to visit.
ReplyDeleteit is truly breathtaking. we went on our honeymoon and it was one of the best cathedrals i've ever seen. truly worth the trip.
ReplyDelete800 hundred years old?! I'm not only impressed by the beauty of it but by the fact that it is still standing. Thanks for sharing
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