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Origin and history

Monpazier's house is part of a remarkable medieval architectural complex, built in 1284 by order of Jean de Graville, Sénéchal de Guyenne. The central square, surrounded by covered galleries on its four sides, originally housed 22 horned buildings on the north and south sides, and 6 on the east and west sides. Today, only 17 of these buildings remain, reflecting the planned urban planning characteristic of the southwestern bastides.

The facade and covered gallery of this house have been classified as Historic Monument since 1904, highlighting their heritage value. The square, conceived as a commercial and social space, reflects the medieval urban organization, where the galleries housed merchants and artisans. The GPS coordinates and the current address (32 Rue Notre-Dame) confirm its anchoring in the historic centre of Monpazier, Dordogne.

Available sources, including Monumentum and Merimée data, specify that the location is estimated at 5/10 in terms of accuracy. No information is provided on current use (visit, rental, etc.), but its protected status makes it a key element of local heritage. The bastide of Monpazier, founded in the 13th century, illustrates the influence of English senechaux in Aquitaine before its definitive attachment to the kingdom of France.

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