Blades fall off Moulin Rouge windmill in Paris
According to reports on Thursday, the windmill blades that were situated on top of the Moulin Rouge, a well-known danceclub in Paris, fell off unexpectedly. As a result, the building's exterior was harmed.
The sharp blades ripped off the initial trio of letters from the signpost, "MOU", at the location. However, BFMTV, which is a CNN affiliate, relayed that the letters were substituted on Thursday morning.
According to BFMTV, the fire department in Paris stated that there were no reported injuries resulting from the damage.
The reason why the blades fell off is not certain, but the people in charge of the location say that it wasn't done intentionally.
Jean-Victor Clerico, the director general of Moulin Rouge, informed BFM that the blades would be reinstalled promptly.
He mentioned that performances at the renowned location will persist without any scrapping.
The Moulin Rouge, a cabaret club known worldwide, was founded in 1889 and is situated in the Montmartre region of Paris.
The famous red windmill has been a constant feature of the place since it first started, though the original building got burnt down in 1915. The existing windmill was constructed in the 1920s.
Throughout time, the Moulin Rouge establishment has been subjected to flames and has been updated to retain its magnificence, as stated on their website.
The event took place in the location where the French cancan was first showcased. This dance is recognized for its lively motions and vigorous leg lifts.
The famous cabaret club, Moulin Rouge, was also captured in the art of the French painter Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec. He portrayed the peak of the club's era, immortalizing the atmosphere of the club in his artwork.
On the website of the venue, it is stated that the musical drama "Moulin Rouge!" from 2001, featuring Nicole Kidman, took inspiration from the bohemian culture and the indulgent way of life at the place.
