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The Cross of the Point of the Day is a monumental cross located at the so-called Le Point du Jour, in the municipality of Saint-Allwestre, in the department of Morbihan (Bretagne). Dating from the 17th century, it is distinguished by its atypical architecture: a large octagonal barrel surmounted by a cross reduced to a crucifix dug in a rectangular block, with a Virgin carved in identical shape on the back. This monument illustrates Breton religious art of the modern era, marked by a strong symbolic and sober aesthetic.

The Point of the Day Cross was listed as historic monuments on March 20, 1934, recognizing its heritage value. Owned by a private company, it is located at 5297 Le Point du Jour, 56500 Saint-Alloustre, according to data from the Merimée database. Its state of conservation and its access to the public are not specified in the available sources, but its inscription demonstrates its importance in the local cultural landscape.

Morbihan, a department rich in Christian monuments, has many crosses and calvaries dating back to the 16th–15th centuries. These buildings often served as spiritual or commemorative landmarks, linked to processions, parish boundaries or local events. The Cross of the Point of the Day is part of this tradition, although its architectural specificities (octogonal crust, monolithic crucifix) make it remarkable among the regional examples.

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