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The Bellemene fireplace is an old sugar factory chimney located in Saint Paul, on the island of La Réunion. This industrial vestige, typical of the sugar economy that marked the history of the island, bears witness to the importance of sugar production in the region. Its impressive architecture and historical function make it an emblematic monument of the industrial heritage of Réunion.

The chimney has been included in the additional inventory of Historic Monuments since May 2, 2002, including its plated area. This official protection underscores its heritage value and its role in the collective memory of La Réunion. It is located in the Bellemène district of Saint-Paul and remains a landmark for residents and visitors.

The island of La Réunion, French overseas department, has had a strong sugar industry since the 18th century, with factories spread throughout the territory. These infrastructures have shaped the local landscape and economy, while influencing social organisation around plantations. The Bellemene chimney illustrates this industrial period, today preserved as a material testimony of this economic past.

The available data also indicate its precise address, located at 3 Chemin la Cour Martin, in Saint Paul. Although its access to the public is not explicitly detailed, its status as a historical monument makes it a site of interest for those passionate about industrial history and heritage.

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