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Heritage classified

Origin and history

The house at 1 and 3 Place Saint-Sauveur in Auray, Morbihan, is a monument listed in the inventory of Historic Monuments since 1935. Its classification specifically concerns facades and roofs, showing a heritage interest in its architecture, probably representative of the Breton urban habitat of past centuries. No specific information is available on the date of construction or its original use, but its inscription suggests a recognized historical or aesthetic value.

In Auray, a city marked by its medieval and harbour history, ancient houses like this often reflect the urban and social evolution of the region. At the beginning of the 20th century, the period of its classification, Brittany underwent economic and cultural changes, with an increasing awareness of the need to preserve its built heritage. This kind of monument, although seemingly modest, plays a role in the collective memory and local identity, illustrating the ways of life and construction techniques of the past.

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