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Heritage classified

Origin and history

The building located Place des Héros in Arras is a historical monument whose protection concerns the facade. Ranked by ministerial decree on 1 September 1919, it illustrates the attention paid to the architectural heritage after the First World War, during which time the Hauts-de-France region, including Arras, suffered extensive destruction. Its central location, on an emblematic square of the city, suggests a role in the historic urban landscape.

Arras, a city marked by its medieval history and strategic role, experienced major reconstructions in the 20th century. The buildings of this time, often preserved for their heritage value, reflect the architectural styles and materials typical of the region. Their classification as historical monuments aims to perpetuate the memory of the places and to protect the remarkable elements, such as facades, witness to the local know-how.

These buildings also contribute to the visual identity of the city centres, where history and daily life combine.

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