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The fountain of Embrun, classified as a Historic Monument, dates from the 18th century. It is located in the commune of Emprun, in the department of Hautes-Alpes (05), in the region of Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur. Its listing in the inventory of Historic Monuments was formalized by decree on 19 March 1927, highlighting its heritage importance to the city and the region.

The fountain is located at the following address: rue Pierre-et-Marie-Curie (formerly rue de l'Hôpital), although approximate GPS coordinates also place it near rue Émile Guigues. Its location is assessed as fair (note 5/10), which may indicate uncertainty about its exact location in current databases.

This type of monument, typical of Provencal cities, played a central role in the daily life of the inhabitants in the eighteenth century. The fountains served not only as a water supply, but also as a meeting and exchange place for the community. Their presence often reflected the social organization and urban priorities of the time, where access to water was a major concern.

The Emprun fountain is now owned by the municipality. Although available sources (Monumentum, internal data) do not specify its current state or conditions of visit, its status as a Historic Monument suggests that it is given special attention in terms of preservation. No information is provided on any historical characters related to its construction or use.

The image associated with this monument, licensed under Creative Commons, is attributed to photographer Benoît Prieur. This mention allows us to situate the fountain in a contemporary documentary setting, while highlighting its interest in heritage and historical studies.

Finally, the fountain is part of a regional context marked by a rich architectural history. The Hautes-Alpes, and more broadly Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, are home to many similar monuments, often linked to urbanization and the practical needs of local populations over the past centuries.

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