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Origin and history

The chapel of Tous-les-Saints des Palmistes is a religious monument located in the territory of the commune of Saint Paul. This place of worship, whose name evokes a dedication to all saints and a link with local vegetation (palmists), is part of the historical and cultural landscape of the island of Reunion. No specific information is available on its construction period or detailed history, with internal sources limited to its location and name.

The chapels and churches of La Réunion, often built from the 18th century with the arrival of settlers and the development of plantations, played a central role in the lives of local communities. They served not only as places of prayer, but also as gathering points for the inhabitants, reflecting the religious and social traditions of the time. In the case of the chapel of Tous-les-Saints des Palmistes, its name suggests a particular integration with the surrounding natural environment, typical of island buildings where faith and nature coexist closely.