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Origin and history

The canonial house of Saint-Denis-d'Anjou is a building located in the department of Mayenne, in the Pays de la Loire region. It is precisely opposite the church of Saint-Denis, in the heart of the village. This building, whose original function is linked to ecclesiastical life, reflects the importance of religious institutions in the spatial organization of French villages.

Its architecture, although not detailed in the sources, suggests a role of residence or management for canons or local clergy. Classified as historical monuments by order of 9 June 1923, this canonical house illustrates the desire to preserve the architectural heritage linked to the Church in France at the beginning of the 20th century. This classification takes place in a broader context of heritage protection, marked by the Historical Monuments Act of 1913.

Today, the building remains a testimony to the religious and social history of Saint-Denis-d'Anjou, although its contemporary uses (visit, rental, etc.) are not specified in the available sources. Its exact address, 7 Rue du Four in Ban, allows to locate it in the historic urban fabric of the town.

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