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Origin and history

The house located at 8 rue Pente-Rapide in Avignon is a monument listed in the inventory of Historical Monuments since 21 June 1927. This protection specifically concerns its facades and roofs, demonstrating its architectural or historical interest in the city. The exact address mentioned in the Merimée database differs slightly from the GPS coordinates available, suggesting a location to be refined (estimated precision at 5/10).

Avignon, the emblematic city of the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region, concentrates a rich built heritage, marked by medieval and renaissant influences. Old houses, like this one, often reflect the urban and social evolution of the city, especially under the impact of its papal or commercial history. Their preservation makes it possible to understand the lifestyles and spatial organization of neighborhoods throughout the centuries.

Practical information on opening to the public, possible rental or associated services (guest rooms, visits) is not specified in the available sources. The associated photo, under Creative Commons license, is attributed to Marianne Casamance, but no further details on the specific history of this building or its occupants are mentioned.

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