[14/07/2007] In this article, the author describe the Notre-Dame as being in "the heart of Paris and even of the country itself". The author states the location of the Notre-Dame is "on the banks of the Seine".
"Founded in the 12th century by Maurice de Sully, bishop of Paris" the author explains that the "Notre-Dame has grown over the years, changing as Paris has changed".
The author's personal opinion is that the "Notre-Dame is more interesting outside than in, and you'll want to walk all around it to fully appreciate this"
The author gives details of the history surrounding the Notre-Dame and states that "Napoleon crowned himself emperor here" and "many prayed here before going off to fight in the Crusades"
The author gives details of the interior of the Notre-Dame and states that "the Portal of the Virgin depicts the signs of the zodiac and the coronation of the Virgin" and "the Portal of St. Stephen traces that saint's martyrdom".
The author concludes that he would "come to see Notre-Dame at sunset" and finishes by giving the opening times of the memorials.
This review is an interpretation of the above mentioned author
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