Former police station on Île Royale

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Origin and history

The former Royal Island Police Station is a building located in the Salvation Islands Archipelago, in the commune of Cayenne, French Guiana. Built in the second half of the 19th century, this building illustrates the prison and administrative history of the region, marked by the presence of Guyana's bagne. Its architecture and location on this isolated island reflect its role in the control and supervision of inmates and places.

The monument was officially recognized for its heritage value by an inscription on 26 December 2000. This protection specifically concerns its facades and roofs, demonstrating the importance attached to preserving its exterior appearance. The site is now managed by a state public institution, although its accessibility to the public (visits, services) is not specified in available sources.

Royal Island, where this police station stands, is part of an island complex off Kourou, known for its history of deportation and prison isolation. The exact location of the monument, although documented (GPS coordinates and administrative address), remains "passable" according to the heritage databases. This geographical and historical context makes it a symbol of the repressive policies of colonial France in Guyana.

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