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The church of Saint-Jean-Baptiste de Chanac, located in the Lozère department in the Occitanie region, is a religious building dating from the second half of the 13th century. Former Benedictine priory, it presents a composite architecture combining Gothic and neo-Roman elements, with a central nave and co-laterals covered with cradle vaults. Its square bell tower and slate cover are characteristic of its hybrid style.

The church was probably rebuilt in the 18th or 19th centuries, although this information requires confirmation. It has been included in the inventory of historical monuments since February 15, 2019. Inside, a golden wooden ensemble, including a high altar, a tabernacle and a baldaquin, would have been classified as Historic Monuments in 1924, although no Palissy record is currently linked to this classification.

Located on Triadou Avenue, southeast of Chanac, the church is surrounded by an adjoining cemetery. It is the subject of guided tours in summer and occasionally hosts concerts, thus participating in the valorisation of local heritage. Its precise location is attested by GPS coordinates and an approximate address: 1 Rue du Lavoir, 48230 Chanac.

The building is owned by the municipality and its conservation status seems satisfactory, with a location accuracy estimated at 7/10. The available sources, including Wikipedia and Monumentum, confirm its status as a historical monument and its importance in the religious and architectural heritage of the Lozère.

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