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The church of Saint-Nicolas de Paray-le-Monial is a religious building located in the municipality of the same name, in Saône-et-Loire, in the region Burgundy-Franche-Comté. Built mainly during the second quarter of the 16th century (notably the nave between 1531 and 1533) and completed by the bell tower at the end of the 17th century (1698), it illustrates the architectural and religious evolutions of these periods. Its inscription in the title of historic monuments, effective since 15 March 1950, underscores its heritage importance, although parts such as the 19th century staircase are excluded.

The nave, dated between 1531 and 1533, reflects the architectural styles of the Renaissance, while the bell tower, erected in 1698, marks a later phase of construction or renovation. The church, owned by the municipality, is located precisely at 16 Place de l'Hôtel de Ville, in an urban environment marked by its religious history. Its role in the local community, although not detailed in the sources, is part of the wider framework of parish churches, centers of spiritual and social life in Burgundy since the Middle Ages.

Available sources, including Wikipedia and Monumentum, confirm its status as a protected monument and provide technical details such as its Insee code (71342) and GPS location. The absence of specific references to historical characters or significant events related to the building limits the knowledge of its history to its architectural and administrative characteristics. The accuracy of its location is considered satisfactory (level 7/10), facilitating its identification in the local heritage.

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