Church à Sainte-Marie-de-Cuines en Savoie

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Origin and history

The church of Sainte-Marie-de-Cuines is a religious monument dating back to the 11th century, with major modifications made in the 19th century. Located in the Savoy department, in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region, it embodies the sacred architecture typical of this period, mixing medieval heritage and subsequent transformations. Its bell tower and apse, registered by ministerial decree in 1949, constitute the elements protected under the Historical Monuments.

The location of the building, on the 40th Way of the Church, reflects its anchoring in the communal fabric. Owned by the commune, the church illustrates the central role of places of worship in the social and spiritual organization of Savoyard villages throughout the centuries. The periods of construction, spread over nearly nine centuries, bear witness to its architectural evolution and its adaptation to liturgical and community needs.

The available data, especially from the Merimée database and Monumentum, underline its heritage importance. The accuracy of its location, assessed as "a priori satisfactory", as well as the Creative Commons-licensed photographic credits, enhance its visibility in cultural inventories. The lack of details on its current accessibility (visits, rentals) leaves, however, some outstanding questions about its contemporary valuation.

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