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Origin and history

The cross of Chandry is a cross of road located in the hamlet of Chandry, on the commune of Beauce la Romaine (Loir-et-Cher). Dating from the 15th century, it is carved in a single block of stone, representing on one side a crucified Christ and on the other side a Virgin to the Child. This type of monument, typical of medieval roads, served as both a landmark and a religious symbol for both travellers and local residents.

The cross was classified as a historical monument by order of February 2, 1962, thus recognizing its heritage value. It is now on the public domain, at the crossroads of the hamlet of Chandry, and belongs to the municipality. Its monolithic structure, with a cylindrical barrel and ground branches, is characteristic of the medieval crosses of the region.

In the 15th century, the Beauce region, integrated into the Centre-Val de Loire, was marked by a rural economy dominated by agriculture and local trade. The road crosses, like that of Chandry, played an important social and spiritual role, punctuating the journeys of pilgrims, merchants and peasants. Their presence also reflected the influence of the Church in the daily life and organization of the territories.

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