Notre Dame’s Enigma
The giant church retains its mystery in spite of the fire. Why build such huge edifices, which dominated the towns? What is their religious symbolism? Did they have a secular meaning as well? Why are they called “Gothic?” What is the purpose of the immense 19th-century esplanade… a puzzle that leads to modern times.About these times: Trust us to reveal surprises of beauty and interest that are almost impossible to discover alone.