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.

You’ve achieved what was said to be impossible,” the French president told workers at the Paris monument, which will reopen after the 2019 fire.

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.