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The Hotel Laugier de Montblanc, also known as the Genin House, is an emblematic building of the city of Arles, built in the 16th century. This monument, classified among the Historical Monuments, is distinguished in particular by its tower, protected by a decree of inscription in 1927. Its architecture reflects the characteristics of the Provencal Renaissance, a period of transition between the Middle Ages and the modern era.

The location of the hotel is specified in the Mérimée base: it is located at 14 rue Dominique-Maïsto (formerly rue de la Trouille), in the Bouches-du-Rhône department. Although the practical information about his visit or his current use (rent, guest rooms) is not detailed, his status as a registered monument bears witness to his heritage importance. The accuracy of its geographical location is estimated as "a priori satisfactory".

Arles, the historic town of Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, was in the 16th century an economic and cultural crossroads marked by trade and a dynamic urban life. Private hotels, such as Laugier de Montblanc, often served as residences for wealthy families or local notables, reflecting their social status. These buildings also played a role in the spatial and social organization of the city, between private and public spaces.

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