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Church of Saint John of Ginolhac dans l'Aveyron

Aveyron

Church of Saint John of Ginolhac

    29 Ginolhac
    12140 Entraygues-sur-Truyère

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Époque contemporaine
2000
Aujourd'hui
Aujourd'hui

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Origin and history

The church of Saint John de Ginolhac is a religious monument located in the commune of Entraygues-sur-Truyère, in the Occitanie region. Although its existence is attested, the available sources do not specify its period of construction or its specific architectural or historical details. His name suggests a dedication to Saint John, a major figure of Christianity, but no document confirms the circumstances of this attribution.

In the regional context of Occitanie, rural churches like Ginolhac played a central role in medieval and modern community life. They served as places of worship, gathering for local holidays, and sometimes as places of refuge or storage during times of trouble. Their architecture often reflected local resources and know-how, while integrating symbolic elements related to the Christian faith.