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Origin and history

The Halles de Lusignan, located in the town of Lusignan (Vienna, New Aquitaine), were built during the 3rd quarter of the 19th century. This building, typical of the utility buildings of the time, served as a place of commerce and assembly for the inhabitants. Its architecture reflects the economic and social needs of a developing city, where covered markets played a central role in everyday life.

Classified as a Historical Monument, the Halles de Lusignan were registered by decree on 30 April 1990. This protection specifically concerns the structure of the halls, identified under the cadastral reference AC 199. The construction project was led by two contractors, L'HERITIER and ROSE Jr., whose names are associated with the construction of this building. Today, the halls belong to the municipality of Lusignan, stressing their heritage importance and their anchoring in the local fabric.

The location of the Halles de Lusignan is estimated as "a priori satisfactory", with an approximate address located at 10 Bis Rue Galicia. This geographical precision, although not perfect, allows to situate the monument in the city centre, a space historically dedicated to trade. The building is thus part of an architectural and urban tradition where halls were a key element of the spatial and economic organization of French cities in the 19th century.

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