Notre Dame Cathedral Receives New Golden Rooster in Restoration Milestone

Symbol of Resilience and Resurrection, the Rooster Contains Sacred Relics and Names of Restoration Contributors

The Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris has received a new golden rooster, marking a significant moment in the restoration of the landmark after the devastating fire in 2019.
The rooster, designed by chief architect Philippe Villeneuve, is a symbol of vigilance and Christ's resurrection in French culture, and contains sacred relics including fragments of Christ's Crown of Thorns and remains of St. Denis and St. Genevieve.
The rooster also contains a list of the names of nearly 2,000 individuals who contributed to the cathedral's reconstruction, highlighting the collective effort behind the restoration.
French President Emmanuel Macron plans to reopen the cathedral in December 2024 and intends to invite Pope Francis to the event.
Over €848 million ($925 million) has been raised in donations for the restoration of the cathedral, and the cause of the 2019 fire is yet to be investigated.