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  5. 13100 Aix-en-Provence

  6. Fountain of the Black Mule of Aix-en-Provence

 Fountain of the Black Mule of Aix-en-Provence dans les Bouches-du-Rhône

Patrimoine classé
Patrimoine urbain
Fontaine

Fountain of the Black Mule of Aix-en-Provence

    Rue de la Mule-Noire
    13100 Aix-en-Provence
Ownership of the municipality
Museums of France
All fountains, wells and toilets classified in France
Fontaine de la Mule Noire dAix-en-Provence
Fontaine de la Mule Noire dAix-en-Provence
Fontaine de la Mule Noire dAix-en-Provence
Crédit photo : Marlenedd - Sous licence Creative Commons

Heritage classified

Fountain of the Black Mule: inscription by order of 16 November 1949

Origin and history

The Black Mule Fountain is a fountain located in the city of Aix-en-Provence, precisely on Rue de la Mule-Noire. This monument, although little documented in the available sources, is recognized for its local heritage importance. Its inscription as historical monuments in 1949 bears witness to its architectural or cultural value for the commune and the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region.

Public fountains, such as the Black Mule, played a central role in the Provençal cities, especially for the water supply of the inhabitants. In Aix-en-Provence, a city with a rich historical and artistic history, these hydraulic structures were often integrated into the urban fabric, reflecting the practical and aesthetic needs of past times. Their preservation now allows us to understand the evolution of water-related techniques and uses in urban areas.

External links

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