Much as been written and said about the grand reopening and restoration of France's Notre Dame ... faces. A gargoyle is functional, with a spout in its mouth to evacuate water from the drains.

Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris has long been one of the most amazing places of worship in the world. "Notre-Dame" means "our lady" in French. Here are some fascinating facts about the building ...

French President Emmanuel Macron has toured Paris's Notre-Dame cathedral live on TV ... including the famous (but not medieval) gargoyles and chimaeras – were damaged by high-pressure hoses ...