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The church Notre-Dame-et-Saint-Martin de Cruis is a religious building located in the commune of Cruis, in the department of Alpes-de-Haute-Provence. Built between the 14th century and the first half of the 16th century, it embodies the medieval and reborn religious architecture of the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region. Its inscription as a historical monument in 1925 bears witness to its heritage value, particularly for its architectural elements such as the six archatures of the former cloister, adjacent to the south wall.

The church, owned by the municipality of Cruis, is an emblematic place of local heritage. Its history is closely linked to that of the village community, where churches served as a spiritual, social and sometimes political centre. In this mountainous region, religious buildings played a central role in daily life, marking agricultural rhythms, festivals and community gatherings. The inscription of the church and its archatures in 1925 preserved this heritage for future generations.

Available sources, such as Wikipedia and Monumentum, highlight its architectural and historical importance. The building is also referenced in specialized databases such as Mérimée, which lists French historical monuments. Its exact address, 4 Cour du Cloitre in Cruis, and its Insee code (04065) confirm its territorial anchoring in the Alpes-de-Haute-Provence, a department marked by a rich medieval and religious heritage.

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