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Notre-Dame de Paris (Our Lady of Paris) is one of the most iconic landmarks in all of Europe, the first foundation stone was laid in 1163 by Pope Alexander III and the high altar was consecrated in 1189. By 1280 the nave, choir and western façade were completed and many more adornments were added over the next 100 years, including chapels and porches.
The cathedral was the idea of Maurice de Sully (bishop of Paris) who had the idea around 1160 of converting the ruins of two previous churches into one larger building. Much damage and destruction has befallen Notre-Dame over the centuries and it was lucky that it wasn't damaged too badly during the war. Major restorations were made in the mid-19th Century by Eugene Emmanuel Viollet"“le"“Duc who was said to have been inspired by Victor Hugo's novel "Notre-Dame de Paris". Unfortunately, a fire broke out in the cathedral attic in April 2019 and most of the roof and Viollet"“le"“Duc's spire were decimated, but luckily the 13th-century rose windows survived. The cathedral is set to reopen on 8th December 2024 after having been heavily restored.
Architecture Notre"“Dame de Paris is priced at $229.99.
There are 4,383 pieces included, making it a fun and enjoyable Architecture set for adults.
There are no LEGO Minifigures included with this set.
LEGO Architecture 21061 Notre"“Dame de Paris accurately depicts the apse at the end of the choir and Viollet"“le-Duc's central spire. When you have finished admiring the external attributes, rose windows, spire and bell towers, the roof can be removed to admire the transept and internal arches and columns. Buildable trees are placed along the edge of the cathedral to create the Parisian vibe. LEGO Architecture 21061 is an amazing addition to the already brilliant LEGO Architecture range and we can't wait to add this to our collection.
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