HomeCathedral The Notre Dame Cathedral byJurgen Huibers -Friday, February 22, 2008 0 The Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris is one of the most famous cathedrals in the world. Construction started in 1163 by Bishop Maurice de Sully and was finished in 1345. The cathedral is a must-see for the beautiful Gothic architecture and the magnificent artworks. It stands on the Île de la Cité, one of the small islands in the centre. Easy to reach by metro, which stops very close to the cathedral. View location in Paris, France Tags Cathedral France - Paris Facebook Twitter