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The Saint-Léger church of Averdoingt is a religious building whose construction spans centuries, from the 13th to the 17th. Located in the village of Averdoingt, in the department of Pas-de-Calais, it embodies the architectural and spiritual evolution of the region through these periods. Its registration as a Historic Monument by order of 10 June 1926 bears witness to its recognized heritage value.

The location of the church at 16 Rue de l ́Église is specified with a reliability considered "very satisfactory" (note 8/10). Owned by the commune of Averdoingt, it is an integral part of the historical landscape of Hauts-de-France, an area marked by a rich medieval and modern past. Available data, notably from the Merimée database and Monumentum, confirm its protected element status and territorial anchoring.

The periods of construction identified (XIII, XIV, XVI and XVII centuries) reflect the architectural transformations and the cultural needs of the local community. Although the sources do not detail the stylistic specificities or the significant events related to the building, its inscription in the title of Historical Monuments underlines its importance in the regional heritage. The Creative Commons license associated with certain photographs, such as those of André Lemoine, facilitates the dissemination of his image and his history.

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