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The Orenga-Roncajolo building is located in the city of Bastia, Corsica. It is distinguished by its architecture and its protected elements, including facades, roofs, interior courtyard and two large staircases. These characteristics led to its registration as a Historical Monument by decree of 18 January 2024. The building is located at a specific address: 2 and 2b courtyard Henri Pierangeli, Place Saint-Nicolas and Rue Luiggi Giafferi, in the city center of Bastia.

The protection of the Orenga-Roncajolo building covers specific areas, such as the courtyard façades, the two entrance halls (located in the east and west of the courtyard), and the stairs. These architectural elements reflect a notable urban and residential heritage, typical of the city of Bastia. The registration order includes an annexed plan that specifies the protected areas, stressing the importance of preserving these areas in their entirety.

Bastia, as the major port city of Corsica, has had a history marked by genoese, French and Mediterranean influences. The buildings of this period, such as the Orenga-Roncajolo, often illustrate the architectural and social evolution of the city. Although the details of the initial construction of this building are not specified, its recent inscription demonstrates a desire to enhance the local built heritage, in a context where the preservation of historic city centres becomes a cultural and tourist priority.

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