That money went to hundreds of contruction workers, architects, designers...It wasn't just thrown out the window, it was used to pay people. And that means stimulating the economy, and that's not a bad thing at all.
Also, monuments stand tall through the ages and are something of importance.
Without considering the obvious tourist revenues they get from that cathedral.
Also, monuments stand tall through the ages and are something of importance.
Without considering the obvious tourist revenues they get from that cathedral.
