Notre-Dame cathedral in Paris denies redesign is too radical


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With the Notre Dame cathedral set to reopen in 2024 - five years after a fire devastated much of its roof and spire - church authorities are putting forward new plans on Dec 9 for how the public will experience the iconic Parisian landmark. Photo: AFP

Plans to replace the gothic ambience of Notre Dame cathedral with a softer vibe of modern art and warm lighting have raised a few eyebrows, but the priest in charge denies any radical transformation is afoot.

With the cathedral set to reopen in 2024 - five years after a fire devastated much of its roof and spire - church authorities are putting forward new plans on Dec 9 for how the public will experience the iconic Parisian landmark.

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