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The Hotel Le-Gras, located at 10 rue Petite-Saurerie in Avignon, is an iconic monument of the eighteenth century. This building, typical of the civil architecture of this period, is distinguished by its protected elements, including its dining room and a statue of the Virgin located in the courtyard. These elements led to his registration as Historic Monuments by order of 4 October 1932, thus emphasizing his heritage and artistic importance.

The hotel's location in the historic centre of Avignon reflects the town's urban planning in the 18th century, marked by the construction of private hotels for the aristocracy and the rising bourgeoisie. At that time, Avignon, then under pontifical influence before its definitive attachment to France in 1791, was a cultural and economic crossroads in Provence. Private hotels, such as Hotel Le-Gras, served both as residences and as places of social representation, illustrating the prestige of their owners.

Available information indicates that the accuracy of the hotel's current location is considered "fair" (note 5/10), which may reflect minor uncertainties about its exact location or subsequent urban changes. No information is provided on its current accessibility to the public, whether it be visits, room rentals or accommodation in guest rooms. The sources mention only its status as a Historical Monument and the protected elements, without further details on its contemporary use or its specific history beyond its 18th century construction.

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