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Origin and history

The church Saint-Étienne de Beaussac is a religious monument of Romanesque architecture, built in the 12th century. It is characterized by a flat bedside and a back-choir, typical elements of this period. Its bell tower, also a novel, is erected on a porch and covered with flat tiles, a regional feature. The southern gate, which was later opened in the 17th century, bears witness to a stylistic evolution after its initial construction.

Classified as a Historic Monument since 1948, the church is protected for its heritage interest. It belongs to the commune of Beaussac (now integrated with Mareuil-en-Périgord) and illustrates the medieval heritage of the Dordogne. Its simple plan and local materials reflect Romanesque construction techniques, adapted to the resources available in the Périgord.

The location of the building, reported with an accuracy deemed "very satisfactory" (note 8/10), Place Beaussac in a territory marked by rural and religious history. The church, still communal property, could serve as a place of worship or cultural space, although the practical information about its visit remains undetailed in the available sources.

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