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Heritage classified

Origin and history

The buildings located at 120 and 122 rue Pierre Mauroy in Lille constitute an architectural complex recognized as a Historical Monument. Their protection relates specifically to facades and roofs overlooking the street, a detail that underscores their heritage value in the urban landscape of Lille. These elements were officially inscribed by an order dated 14 March 1944, marking their historical and aesthetic importance.

The location of these buildings, in the department of Nord and the Hauts-de-France region, is located in a central area of Lille, now marked by urban and commercial activity. Their exact address, referenced in the Mérimée base, confirms their anchoring in a dynamic sector, close to the major axes of the city. The accuracy of their geographical location is assessed as satisfactory, facilitating their identification.

At the time of their construction and classification, such buildings often played a key role in the structuring of cities, sheltering both housing, shops and craft activities. In northern France, a region marked by strong industrialization and dense urban fabric, these buildings reflected the needs of a growing population, while embodying the architectural styles of their time. Their preservation now allows us to trace part of Lille's social and urban history.

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