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The Priory of Notre-Dame de Joigny is a religious building built in the 4th quarter of the 13th century, located in the city of Joigny, in the department of l'Yonne (region Burgundy-Franche-Comté). This monument, although partially preserved, bears witness to the medieval Christian architecture of the period. Its portal, a remarkable architectural element, was inscribed as historical monuments by an order of 10 December 1926, highlighting its heritage value.

The precise location of the priory is indicated as place de la République à Joigny, according to the data of the Merimée database. The Insee code of the municipality (89206) confirms its anchoring in the Yonne department, whose prefecture is Auxerre. Although the sources mention a "passable" location accuracy (level 5/10), the monument remains a historic landmark for the city. No additional information is available on its current use (visit, worship, etc.) or on any other protected elements.

Available sources (Wikipedia, Monumentum) do not provide details about sponsors, artisans or the precise context of its foundation. The priory is, however, part of a period marked in Burgundy by the development of religious establishments and their central role in the social and spiritual life of local communities. These buildings often served as places of prayer, reception for pilgrims, and economic centres thanks to donations and land exploited by monks.

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