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The church Saint-Pierre-aux-Liens de Pulligny, located in the municipality of the same name in Meurthe-et-Moselle (Grand Est), is a Gothic-style religious building erected in the 4th quarter of the 15th century. Its architecture is distinguished by an arrow covered with slates, lateral appentis, and a semi-outwork staircase on the north tower. The base of this tower is contemporary of the church, but its upper part was rebuilt in 1721, then surmounted by an arrow whose frame was restored in 1886, as evidenced by the dates marked.

Several chapels were joined in the 15th and 16th centuries on the north side, reflecting progressive additions to the initial structure. The building, inscribed in the Historical Monuments by decree of 29 October 1926, illustrates the architectural evolution and liturgical needs of the local community throughout the eras. Its arrow, croup porch and Gothic details make it a witness to the religious heritage of Lorraine.

Owned by the town of Pulligny, the church preserves traces of its history through its structural changes, such as the partial reconstruction of the tower in the 18th century or the restorations of the 19th century. These successive interventions underline its continuing importance for the population, both spiritually and architecturally. The accuracy of its location (noted 7/10) and its potential opening to the visit make it an accessible site to discover the Gothic heritage of the region.

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