France postage stamps year 1964 Anniversary of Notre Dame Paris

France postage stamps year 1964 Anniversary of Notre Dame Paris MNH

Notre-Dame de Paris celebrated its 850th anniversary in 2013, not its 800th. Construction began in 1163 during the reign of King Louis VII and was largely completed by 1345.

For the 850th anniversary, several events and renovations took place, including:

• New Bells: The cathedral received nine new bells to restore the sound that closely matched its original medieval tones.
• Lighting and Sound Upgrades: Improvements were made to the cathedral’s lighting and sound systems.
• Exhibitions and Concerts: Various concerts, exhibitions, and religious celebrations were held throughout the year.