Notre Dame de Paris， also known as Notre Dame Cathedral or simply Notre Dame， is a Gothic cathedral located in the fourth arrondissement of Paris， France， on the eastern half of the Île de la Cité. It is widely considered to be one of the finest examples of French Gothic architecture in the world.
Built in 1163， Notre Dame is renowned for its architectural design， including its large stained glass windows， vaulted ceilings， and intricate carvings. Its beautiful bell towers， which stand almost 90 meters tall， are a symbol of the city. Inside， visitors can admire the grandeur of the high altar， the grand pipe organ， and the colorful stained glass windows. The crowning jewel of the cathedral is the famous rose window， which is located in the western façade.
Notre Dame has seen it all since its construction in 1163. It has served as a place of worship， a place of political activism and a place of refuge， as well as a place of artistic creation. It has endured wars and revolutions， and is still standing today as a symbol of the city. It is a must-see for anyone visiting Paris， and is sure to leave a lasting impression.
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