Many doubted the Cathedral of Notre Dame could be restored in five years, but the beloved landmark is set to reopen its doors after the 2019 five.

The reopening of Notre Dame this coming weekend is going to be a high-security affair, with a repeat of some measures used during the Paris Olympics and the sealing-off to tourists of the cathedral's island location in the heart of the French capital.

Half a decade after a catastrophic blaze reduced Notre Dame Cathedral to ruins, the beloved Parisian monument stands restored in all its glory. A first look at the completed interiors, revealed during a visit by French President Emmanuel Macron, showcases a detail-intensive transformation that blends cultural preservation with modern protections.