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The Château de la Reine Blanche is a medieval house located in the upper town of Provins, in Seine-et-Marne, Île-de-France region. Dating from the 2nd half of the 12th century, this monument is distinguished by its atypical architecture, with a rear facade evoking a Moorish style, contrasting with the surrounding medieval structure. Although private property partially hidden by a high wall, its accessible back reveals this architectural singularity.

The house is located at 2 rue de Savigny, at the corner of Place du Châtel, in a historic area of Provins. Her name, Queen White, remains of uncertain origin, with no clear source attesting to it. Despite its modest appearance, two of its vaulted rooms were recognized for their heritage value and listed as historic monuments by order of 17 April 1931. These protected elements demonstrate its importance in local heritage.

Provins, a medieval city classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its ramparts and its history related to trade fairs in the Middle Ages, houses several remarkable monuments. The Queen White Castle is part of this rich urban context, where stone houses and religious or military buildings illustrate the city's prosperity between the 11th and 13th centuries. The presence of various architectural influences, as here with the Moorish style, reflects the cultural exchanges of the time.

Today, the monument remains a private property, limiting its accessibility to the public. Practical information about visits, possible room rental or guest rooms is not documented in available sources. Its SEO in the Merimée base and on platforms like Monumentum confirm however its status as a protected historical monument, although its exact location is considered "passable" (note 5/10) in terms of cartographic accuracy.

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