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Sainte-Thérèse Church is a Catholic building located in the commune of Sainte-Thérèse, in the department of Allier, in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region. Built in the 12th century, it is a typical example of the Romanesque religious architecture of this period. Its inscription in the inventory of historical monuments in 1935, followed by a classification in 1965, underscores its heritage importance, notably for its tomb associated with the holy eponym, located outside, at the bedside of the church.

The monument is managed by the municipality of Sainte-Thérèse and is an integral part of the local historical landscape. The tomb of Sainte-Thérèse, although its precise dating is not mentioned in the sources, is a key element of the building, strengthening its link with the religious and cultural history of the region. The church, with its medieval architecture, bears witness to the community and spiritual life of the time, where the religious buildings served as centres of assembly and devotion.

Available sources, such as Wikipedia and Monumentum, confirm its status as a protected historical monument. The exact address, 2 Place Saint-Julien, and its Insee code (03261) allow to situate it precisely in the Allier department. The building, open or not to visit according to the periods, remains a symbol of bourbon heritage and Christian architecture in Auvergne.

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