| We had contacted the DRAC (governing body for patrimony and culture), but things were on lockdown because someone had leaked photos to the press, which had caused all sorts of chaos. One of the managers of the consolidation companies is a close friend, so we were able to head up under their jurisdiction. Again, the south and north towers are spotless inside, as is the nave (apart from the obvious 3 holes in the roof..). The stained glass, even directly under the collapsed sections were intact (and being meticulously removed) The wall sections on the shorter arms of the roof section were the most unstable parts, as the roof and beams are obviously gone. The North wall was already reinforced, and they were in the process of doing the same on the south wall. One of the biggest challenges will be removing the scaffolding, which is melted, twisted and a general mess. It was also incredible to see cooled lead flows from the mouths of the gargoyles. Again, the resounding feeling from the visit and the workers was one of hope and relief. |