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The Themis Philosophical and Cultural Circle is a historical monument located in Cambrai, in the department of the North (Hauts-de-France). Dating from the 18th century, it is distinguished by its preserved architecture, including its facades and roofs on the streets of the Temple and Vanderburch, as well as its vault, an old prison integrated into the tower of the Chapel. These elements were recorded by ministerial decree in January 1986, highlighting their heritage value.

The building, now owned by an association, embodies the legacy of the intellectual and cultural circles of the Enlightenment century. Its official address, 1 small street Vanderburch, corresponds to a place full of history, although the sources also mention an approximate location at 1 rue du Temple. The accuracy of its geographical location is assessed as satisfactory, facilitating its identification in the Cambresian urban fabric.

Practical information on access (visits, room rental, accommodation) is not detailed in the available sources. However, its status as a Historical Monument and its associative management suggest a vocation both heritage and living, rooted in local life. The data come mainly from the Merimée database and the Monumentum platform, supplemented by administrative coordinates linked to the municipality of Cambrai (code Insee 59122).

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