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The town gate of Caylus, also known as the dark gate, is a medieval stone vestige located on rue Righte, in the town of Caylus (Tarn-et-Garonne). Dating from the 13th and 14th centuries, this ogival gate was one of the fortifications protecting the city. Its typical architecture, with a frieze carved and openworked in the upper part, illustrates the defensive construction techniques of the era.

The gate was listed in the historic monuments inventory on August 10, 1927, recognizing its heritage value. According to Pierre Garrigou-Grandchamp's research, this monument is part of the urban planning and civil architecture of a Quercy castelnau, reflecting the social and military organization of the medieval towns of the region. Available sources (Wikipedia, Monumentum, Merimée base) confirm its role in the local defensive system.

Today, Caylus City Gate remains a tangible testimony to the medieval history of Tarn-et-Garonne. Although its exact location (23 Right Street) is documented, practical information about its visit or access is not specified in the sources consulted. Its state of conservation and its integration into the current urban landscape are not detailed, but its listing as historical monuments guarantees its protection.

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