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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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I know iv just seen photos of it. It's so awful but hopefully they can salvage most of it. Made my heart skip a beat when I saw the blaze. It's a place on my bucket list.  |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"Quasimodo caught having a sneaky fag?"
If Quasimodo was still alive there would be hope ( buckets of water and him swinging around-without losing a drop) but since he's dead, the buildings probably lost!
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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One of my favourite places in my favourite city.
It's not just the building, the cathedral is filled with irreplaceable works of art.
The damage isn't just to the roof as it was at York, but the structure looks like it's taking a lot of damage. I fear the cathedral will be lost to us for many many year |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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Stunning building and a very sad loss, hundreds of years of history gone forever.
I hope the post fire renovation works are sympathetic to the original, although I guess it’ll take years and years to restore it back to its former glory.
It does make you wonder how could God let this happen? |
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By *abioMan
over a year ago
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"I've just read that they are saying it's not certain they can save anything.
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i am actually surprised that that scaffold is still intact and hasn't buckled with the amount of heat that fire must be giving up
oh... and to "the comedians" out there... seriously, can you not just give it a few hours and let the fire be out first before all the "witty" retorts..... |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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Strikes a chord. For a few years I walked passed daily on my way from home to uni. Standing for over 850 years, to date the most visited monument in the world with close to 14 millions visitors a year. Part of the UNESCO world heritage site. This is well beyond Paris and France. |
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Throwing my arms around Paris tonight.....
https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&source=web&rct=j&url=https://m.youtube.com/watch%3Fv%3DAS6B0GdCa9w&ved=0ahUKEwj-i6C1_tLhAhVNPBoKHSaqDLQQyCkIOzAC&usg=AOvVaw3vlH9a80dl2gvXG67u0Fzd |
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By *andS66Couple
over a year ago
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"I've just read that they are saying it's not certain they can save anything.
i am actually surprised that that scaffold is still intact and hasn't buckled with the amount of heat that fire must be giving up
oh... and to "the comedians" out there... seriously, can you not just give it a few hours and let the fire be out first before all the "witty" retorts....."
Totally agree with you.
This is devestating. Extremely sad.
And nothing to be joked about. |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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A black rose for Paris today....
Perhaps if the cynics and comics here had ever stood inside Notre Dame and felt almost a thousand years of history in it's very walls they may reflect on all that history, everything that great building has witnessed, and its place in the world, they may be a little less flippant.
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By *icketysplits OP Woman
over a year ago
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"Lucky it hadn't caught on fire at the end of this week..it would probably be packed with people celebrating Easter"
It was Palm Sunday yesterday. The pictures of people on their knees praying around the cordons are so sad.
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"A black rose for Paris today....
Perhaps if the cynics and comics here had ever stood inside Notre Dame and felt almost a thousand years of history in it's very walls they may reflect on all that history, everything that great building has witnessed, and its place in the world, they may be a little less flippant.
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"Stunning building and a very sad loss, hundreds of years of history gone forever.
I hope the post fire renovation works are sympathetic to the original, although I guess it’ll take years and years to restore it back to its former glory.
It does make you wonder how could God let this happen? "
Well he doesn't exist  |
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"A black rose for Paris today....
Perhaps if the cynics and comics here had ever stood inside Notre Dame and felt almost a thousand years of history in it's very walls they may reflect on all that history, everything that great building has witnessed, and its place in the world, they may be a little less flippant.
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Absolutely, well put |
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By *abs..Woman
over a year ago
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It always fills me with sadness when beautiful buildings with a history and incredible architecture are destroyed and lost for whatever reason. The history in this building, the millions that travel to visit it, the architecture, it’s so iconic. It’s such a shame |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"Plumes of smoke coming from Notre Dame. Such a beautiful building, I hope they can save it.
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So, so sad. Especially for those who have visited it's such an amazing place and survived 850 years until 21st century builders turned up and caused destruction. Tells us everything about today's society - everyone's in a rush, cutting corners, for such risk. |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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‘84, drove to Paris and saw it, inside and out. Such a shame for the toils of those medieval master craftsmen.
Never forget my Grandmother’s face when she would tell us of the night she watched the firestorm devour the the then majestic Coventry Cathedral and surrounding medieval streets.
Sad times. |
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By *ENGUYMan
over a year ago
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Really sad tonight for such a great building. Many happy memories of mine there in mid-70's when I sang there on 5 occasions, as member of a choir. Twice, I performed as soloist in some musical pieces.
Superb building, such a loss. |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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I went there for my first honeymoon (hated Paris no end!) and he wanted to walk up it, I’ve never moaned so much in my life, I mean it was lovely but lots of steps.
Hope everyone is safe x |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"Plumes of smoke coming from Notre Dame. Such a beautiful building, I hope they can save it.
So, so sad. Especially for those who have visited it's such an amazing place and survived 850 years until 21st century builders turned up and caused destruction. Tells us everything about today's society - everyone's in a rush, cutting corners, for such risk."
Its devastating but how can you possibly tell someone has cut corners whilst rushing to do their work?
I suspect that the people working on this love and respect the workmanship of the building as much as anyone else, they are often very passionate about their work and in no way would they cut corners or jeopardise this iconic building by cutting corners. I am pretty sure they will be distraught if they are to blame. |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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It is very sad to see such an historic building destroyed, however the hypocrisy of the Catholic Church,one of the richest organisations in the world takes the edge of it for me. They charged nearly a £10 each to go up the towers(and the queue is never ending), then when they realise that this is not enough to upkeep the building they set up public fundraising to pay for the renovations. Following the fire yesterday they have now set up international fundraising to pay for the rebuild and restoration. Why should the worldwide public have to pay. Surely between the undoubtedly massive insurance payout and the Vatican’s overflowing bank account they should be able to fund it. |
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By (user no longer on site)
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"It is very sad to see such an historic building destroyed, however the hypocrisy of the Catholic Church,one of the richest organisations in the world takes the edge of it for me. They charged nearly a £10 each to go up the towers(and the queue is never ending), then when they realise that this is not enough to upkeep the building they set up public fundraising to pay for the renovations. Following the fire yesterday they have now set up international fundraising to pay for the rebuild and restoration. Why should the worldwide public have to pay. Surely between the undoubtedly massive insurance payout and the Vatican’s overflowing bank account they should be able to fund it."
The Catholic Church certainly has some assets and will certainly reach into its pockets. But such a building certainly means more than just religion. It’s part of the world heritage. I’m fairly sure no one HAS to pay and contribution are on a voluntary basis. |
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By *abs..Woman
over a year ago
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"It is very sad to see such an historic building destroyed, however the hypocrisy of the Catholic Church,one of the richest organisations in the world takes the edge of it for me. They charged nearly a £10 each to go up the towers(and the queue is never ending), then when they realise that this is not enough to upkeep the building they set up public fundraising to pay for the renovations. Following the fire yesterday they have now set up international fundraising to pay for the rebuild and restoration. Why should the worldwide public have to pay. Surely between the undoubtedly massive insurance payout and the Vatican’s overflowing bank account they should be able to fund it.
The Catholic Church certainly has some assets and will certainly reach into its pockets. But such a building certainly means more than just religion. It’s part of the world heritage. I’m fairly sure no one HAS to pay and contribution are on a voluntary basis. "
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"A black rose for Paris today....
Perhaps if the cynics and comics here had ever stood inside Notre Dame and felt almost a thousand years of history in it's very walls they may reflect on all that history, everything that great building has witnessed, and its place in the world, they may be a little less flippant.
Absolutely, well put "
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"What a shame. So sad to see.
It really is. I’ve had some wonderful trips to Paris over the years and this was a ‘must see’ attraction. It has made me feel quite sad. "
I have never been but appreciate the iconic building, the history and the damage done. I feel for the French people. |
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They ought to remember the Buddha's words - nothing is permanent. Everything must pass, so let it be.
The Vatican could fund a complete restoration without noticing any outgoing, it's the richest organisation on Earth. And the French have the cheek to ask for international help! |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"It is very sad to see such an historic building destroyed, however the hypocrisy of the Catholic Church,one of the richest organisations in the world takes the edge of it for me. They charged nearly a £10 each to go up the towers(and the queue is never ending), then when they realise that this is not enough to upkeep the building they set up public fundraising to pay for the renovations. Following the fire yesterday they have now set up international fundraising to pay for the rebuild and restoration. Why should the worldwide public have to pay. Surely between the undoubtedly massive insurance payout and the Vatican’s overflowing bank account they should be able to fund it.
The Catholic Church certainly has some assets and will certainly reach into its pockets. But such a building certainly means more than just religion. It’s part of the world heritage. I’m fairly sure no one HAS to pay and contribution are on a voluntary basis. "
It is indeed a world heritage site and I have been to the notra dame and taken my children to see it as I think the history of it is important. However looking at it purely as a building it is owned by the worlds richest organisation, and that organisation should not be asking for donations from the general public worldwide to help fund the rebuild/renovation. |
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By *ara JTV/TS
over a year ago
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I imagine lots of individuals and organisations around the world, regardless of religion, will feel like contributing to the restoration fund.
That's their choice. Good on them, I say.
It seems very churlish to use something so terrible as an excuse for some Vatican-bashing.
This building resonates way, way beyond the confines of the church.
It is of global significance.
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"I imagine lots of individuals and organisations around the world, regardless of religion, will feel like contributing to the restoration fund.
That's their choice. Good on them, I say.
It seems very churlish to use something so terrible as an excuse for some Vatican-bashing.
This building resonates way, way beyond the confines of the church.
It is of global significance.
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Yes..
Some billionaire has pledged 300 million euros so fair play to him.. |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"I imagine lots of individuals and organisations around the world, regardless of religion, will feel like contributing to the restoration fund.
That's their choice. Good on them, I say.
It seems very churlish to use something so terrible as an excuse for some Vatican-bashing.
This building resonates way, way beyond the confines of the church.
It is of global significance.
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That! |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"I imagine lots of individuals and organisations around the world, regardless of religion, will feel like contributing to the restoration fund.
That's their choice. Good on them, I say.
It seems very churlish to use something so terrible as an excuse for some Vatican-bashing.
This building resonates way, way beyond the confines of the church.
It is of global significance.
Yes..
Some billionaire has pledged 300 million euros so fair play to him.. "
I wonder if he’ll sponsor me on my fun run? |
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By *icketysplits OP Woman
over a year ago
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"I imagine lots of individuals and organisations around the world, regardless of religion, will feel like contributing to the restoration fund.
That's their choice. Good on them, I say.
It seems very churlish to use something so terrible as an excuse for some Vatican-bashing.
This building resonates way, way beyond the confines of the church.
It is of global significance.
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Spot on.
For me, also, this is an answer to those asking, Where was God? Horrible as this fire is it has brought people together in the most important week in the Church calendar. This is a time of year that Christians donate, often to the Church. No one is forcing anyone opposed to the Church to do anything.
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