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The church Saint-André de Bouc-Bel-Air is a monument located in the commune of Bouc-Bel-Air, in the Bouches-du-Rhône department (13), in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region. This place of worship, whose precise address is 2 Rue Bourbon, is identified in the Merimée database under the code Insee 13015. Although its construction period is not explicitly mentioned, its portal was listed as a Historic Monument by order of January 9, 1930, which is evidence of its heritage importance.

Parish churches like Saint-André played a central role in the life of Provencal communities, especially before the 20th century. They served not only as a place of worship, but also as a gathering point for the inhabitants, marking the social, agricultural and religious rhythms of local life. In a region like Provence, marked by rich history and varied influences, these buildings often reflect the architectural and cultural evolution of the populations who built and frequented them.

The partial protection of the church, limited to its portal, suggests that this element has remarkable architectural or artistic characteristics. The portal, often decorated with sculptures or symbolic motifs, could be used to illustrate Bible accounts or to affirm the status of the parish. The designation of Historic Monuments in 1930 indicates that this element was recognized for its heritage value during the first half of the 20th century, a period when the preservation of French heritage intensified.

Today, Saint-André Church remains a communal property, which means it is managed by the municipality of Bouc-Bel-Air. Its current state, its accessibility to the public or possible ancillary functions (such as room rental) are not specified in the available sources. The location of the building, noted as "passable" (level 5/10) in the database, could indicate an approximation in GPS coordinates or a difficulty in accurately situating the monument on modern maps.

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