Heritage classified

Origin and history

The parish church of Taradeau, located in the Var department (region Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur), is a religious building dating back to the 12th and 14th centuries. Classified as a Historical Monument by decree of 12 July 1982, it consists of an old church transformed into a chapel and a tower, both protected. These elements, referenced under plots A 516 and 875, now belong to the municipality of Taradeau, identified by code Insee 83134.

The location of the building, although specified by an address (5 Boucle de la Bergerie, 83460 Taradeau), is considered to be fair (note 5/10) according to the criteria of the Merimée base. No additional information is available on its current accessibility, whether it be visits, rentals or tourist uses such as guest rooms. The sources mention only its status as communal property and its classification as Historical Monuments.

The 12th and 14th centuries, periods of church construction, correspond to an era marked in Provence by the development of rural communities around places of worship. The parish churches then played a central role, both spiritual, social and sometimes defensive, especially in areas exposed to conflict or raids. Although the source text does not specify the exact circumstances of its construction, this type of monument generally reflects the medieval organization of villages, where the religious building served as a gathering point and symbol of local authority.

The 1982 classification highlights the heritage value of the building, but the accessible archives do not detail the restoration campaigns or any sponsors or artisans involved in its construction. The Creative Commons license associated with Marianne Casamance's photo indicates available visual documentation, without providing any architectural or stylistic description in the source text.

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