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Origin and history

Saint-Antoine de Lafigère Church is a religious monument located in the commune of Malarce-sur-la-Thines. Although its existence is attested, the available sources do not specify its construction period or detailed history. This type of building, typical of rural areas, generally served as a place of worship and assembly for local inhabitants.

In the countryside of Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, parish churches played a central role in community life, hosting both religious offices and important events in village life. Their architecture and decoration often reflected local resources and know-how, while embodying a spiritual and social landmark for the surrounding populations.