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Heritage classified

Origin and history

The house at 8 rue Saint-Jean in Lyon is a monument listed in the inventory of Historic Monuments since 1937. Although its exact period of construction is not mentioned in the available sources, its ranking shows its heritage importance in the historical district of Old Lyon, known for its medieval and renaissance architecture. The information available indicates that this house is part of the protected Lyon heritage, without further details of its history, owners or original use.

The neighborhood of Saint John, where it is located, is emblematic of the city, with narrow streets and buildings dating mainly from the 15th to the 17th centuries. This type of house often reflects Lyon's urban and social organization throughout the eras, marked by trade, especially silk, and an influential trading bourgeoisie.

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