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spire – n. a tall, narrow, pointed structure on the top of a building

iconic – adj. a widely known symbol

organ – n. a musical instrument that has a keyboard and pipes of different lengths and that makes sound by pushing air through the pipes

crucifixion -- n. an act of killing someone by nailing or tying his or her hands and feet to a cross : an act of crucifying someone

restoration – n. the act or process of returning something to its original condition by repairing it, cleaning it, etc.

preservation – n. the act of keeping something in its original state or in good condition — often + of

mourn – v. to feel or show great sadness or unhappiness about (something)