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Origin and history

The House of Corsaire in Saint-Malo is a monument located in the fortified town of Saint-Malo, Brittany. This type of dwelling is characteristic of the local architecture, often linked to the golden age of the race and maritime trade that marked the history of the corsair city. Saint-Malo, a port city renowned for its role in shipping and racing, has seen the development of houses adapted to the needs of shipowners and privateers.

These houses, often built between the 17th and 18th centuries, reflect the economic prosperity of the region, drawn from activities related to the sea. Their robust and elegant architecture reflects the social and economic importance of their owners in the Malian community.

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