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The world-famous Eiffel Tower menorah-lighting took place this year amid the coronavirus pandemic thanks to a last-minute request by Paris Mayor Anne Hidalgo, Dec. 14, 2020.
By Tzemach Feller
In most years, the Eiffel Tower menorah-lighting in Paris is an awe-inspiring event that draws crowds in the thousands and is seen by millions on international broadcasts. But with the city in the midst of a lockdown and gatherings curtailed, permits were not forthcoming. It was clear that in this year of the coronavirus, the Eiffel Tower would not have its menorah.
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Until the mayorâs office called.
Paris mayor’s request keeps Eiffel Tower menorah tradition alive
Paris mayor’s request keeps Eiffel Tower menorah tradition alive
Precautions would have to be taken and the event would be shorter than usual, but it would indeed take place.
By Tzemach Feller
The world-famous Eiffel Tower menorah-lighting took place this year amid the coronavirus pandemic thanks to a last-minute request by Paris Mayor Anne Hidalgo, Dec. 14, 2020. Photo by Thierry Guez via Chabad.org/News.
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(December 15, 2020 / Chabad.org/News) In most years, the Eiffel Tower menorah-lighting in Paris is an awe-inspiring event that draws crowds in the thousands and is seen by millions on international broadcasts. But with the city in the midst of a lockdown and gatherings curtailed, permits were not forthcoming. It was clear that in this year of the coronavirus, the Eiffel Tower would not have its menorah.
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