Friday, October 21, 2011

Togo - Cathedral of Notre Dame in Paris

Togo - Cathedral of Notre Dame in Paris

This stamp from the African nation of Togo depicts the cathedral of Notre Dame in Paris, France.  The cathedral of Notre Dame is one of the most famous churches in the world. Construction of the church began in 1163 and the initial construction was finished in the mid 1240s.  Additional construction on the church continued until 1345 when the cathedral was considered complete. 

Perforations: 15
Date of Issue: 1980

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