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Saint Peter's Church of Pellerey en Côte-d'or

Côte-dor

Saint Peter's Church of Pellerey

    1 Rue du Cimetiere
    21440 Pellerey

Origin and history

The church Saint-Pierre de Pellerey is a religious monument located in the commune of Pellerey, Burgundy-Franche-Comté region. Although its existence is attested, the available sources do not specify its period of construction or its specific architectural or historical details. His name suggests a dedication to St Peter, the apostle and major figure of Christianity, but there is no document confirming the circumstances of this attribution.

Parish churches like Saint-Pierre de Pellerey played a central role in the life of rural communities in Burgundy-Franche-Comté. They served as places of worship, gatherings for religious feasts and important events in local life (baptisms, marriages, burials). Their construction and maintenance often reflected the commitment of local residents and lords, although the archives are lacking here to support these specific practices.