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Origin and history

The Thoiras barracks, located in Alès in the Gard department in the Occitanie region, are an emblematic 18th-century building. Originally conceived as a high school, this building has had several vocations over the centuries. Its architecture reflects the educational and then military needs of the time, with arrangements adapted to each use: accommodation of regiments of horsemen and artillery, then conversion to hospital. These changes reflect the changing social and strategic needs of the city and its region.

The monument has been protected as historical monuments since 16 September 1994, a recognition that specifically concerns its facades, roofs, main entrance porch and large staircase, remains of its educational past. These architectural elements, characteristic of the eighteenth century, are preserved for their heritage and historical value. The listing of historic monuments underlines the importance of this site in the local and regional heritage, while providing legal protection against inappropriate modifications.

Today, the Thoiras barracks belong to the municipality of Alès. Their location in the city centre, near Rue Pasteur, makes it a point of interest for both residents and visitors. Although their current use is not specified in the sources, their preservation makes it possible to envisage cultural or memorial projects, in connection with the military and educational history of the region. Their state of conservation and accessibility remain challenges for local authorities, concerned with valuing this heritage.

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