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Heritage classified

Origin and history

Sant'Appiano de Sagone Cathedral, located in the municipality of Vico in Corsica, dates from the 12th century. This religious monument, now partly in ruins, is a typical example of medieval Corsican architecture. It was listed as a Historic Monument by order of 4 September 1989, stressing its heritage importance.

The remains of this ancient cathedral, also known as Saint Appien Cathedral, are located on the cadastre under reference A 192. The site is currently owned by a private company. Although its conservation status is not detailed, its location is considered "a priori satisfactory" with level 7 out of 10 accuracy.

The 12th century Corsica was marked by a strong social and religious organization, where buildings such as the Cathedral of Sant'Appiano played a central role in community life. These monuments served not only as places of worship, but also as identity and political landmarks for local populations, often organized around ecclesiastical institutions.

Available data from sources such as Monumentum indicate that the cathedral is located at the approximate address of 5664 Santa Piana, in the municipality of Vico (Insee code 2A348). No additional information shall be provided concerning its current accessibility, its possible use as a place of visit or accommodation, or details of its initial construction.

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