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The church Saint-Martin de Lunay, located in the village of the same name in the region Centre-Val de Loire, is a building whose oldest parts date back to the 12th century. The bell tower, whose lower floor dates from this period, is surmounted by an arrow and pyramidion added about a century later. The nave, on the other hand, seems to have been built at the end of the 15th century, as evidenced by its richly decorated western portal and its walled frame decorated with sculptures.

It was originally built in the 14th century and underwent a major transformation around 1840 with the addition of an inner colonnade forming a walk-through. Inside, the nave retains a carved frame and some old stained glass windows. The sacristy houses traces of 15th century murals, depicting biblical scenes, while the entire building was inscribed in the Historical Monuments by order of November 10, 1925.

The church consists of a simple nave, a modified apse and an iconic bell tower, reflecting medieval and modern architectural developments. Owned by the municipality of Lunay, it embodies the local religious heritage, marked by additions and transformations over the centuries. Its western portal and interior decorative elements, such as carved entrances, underline its historical and artistic importance.

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