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Saint Sulpice du Genest Church en Mayenne

Mayenne

Saint Sulpice du Genest Church

    7 Place de l'Église
    53940 Le Genest-Saint-Isle

Timeline

XIXe siècle
Époque contemporaine
1900
2000
1881
Start of reconstruction
1886
Blessing of the Church
Aujourd'hui
Aujourd'hui

Key figures

Abbé Angot - Local historian Source of information on reconstruction.

Origin and history

Saint-Sulpice du Genest is a Catholic church located in the commune of Genest-Saint-Isle in the Mayenne department in the Pays de la Loire region. This religious monument, typical of rural Christian architecture, is part of the historical and cultural landscape of this geographical area.

The reconstruction of the building began in 1881, according to the writings of Abbé Angot, and ended with a blessing in 1886. This period of work corresponds to a time when many French churches have been renovated or rebuilt, reflecting the importance of religious heritage in local communities.

Near the church is the monument to the dead of the commune, highlighting the central role of this place in collective memory. The church is also mentioned in reference works such as Le Patrimoine des communes de la Mayenne, published by Flohic in 2002, which attests to its heritage importance.

The church of Saint-Sulpice is part of the diocese of Laval, a key element in understanding its roots in the religious history of the region. Its architecture and location make it a landmark for residents and visitors interested in the Mayan heritage.

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