It was just devastating to see. Especially heartfelt since I was just in France last weekend and was able to see the nearby sister cathedral – Cathédrale Notre-Dame of Strasbourg. Knowing how awestruck Carter and I were outside and inside that church, we can only imagine what the millions of people who have seen the Paris structure are feeling. What a tragedy.
If you haven't seen either one, I give you the Strasbourg Cathedral. With its soaring spire, it was the tallest building in the world from 1647 to 1874. Pretty amazing building in its own right...
The cathedral was built over a period of four centuries, from 1015 to 1439. It is considered an excellent example of late Gothic architecture.
The cathedral is also known for its lovely stained glass windows, many of which date from the 13th and 14th centuries.
The cathedral is also home to a historic Astronomical Clock. The original clock was built in the 16th century, and was renovated a couple of times, most recently in the 19th century. Its mechanism is said to be unique, and it includes various dials and displays, such as a perpetual calendar and a display showing the position of the sun and the moon.
I know pictures don't do it justice, but you understand why we were in awe. You also understand how lucky we feel that we got to see one of the historic cathedrals in France. Who knows what lies ahead for the one in Paris.
Treasure memories. Treasure history.
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