The Château of Satillieu and its historic paintings

The Château of Satillieu and its historic paintings

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Discover the history of the Presbytère de Satillieu, a castle now serving as a Mairie, featuring the Salle Don Quichotte and the Chamber of the Marquise.

The Presbytère de Satillieu is a castle built in the XVIIIe siècle, which now serves as a Mairie. Located in the heart of the village of Satillieu, in the Ardèche department of France, it has been inscribed as a monument historique since 1974. Today, it is a captivating sight to behold, housing the Salle Don Quichotte and the Chambre de la Marquise.

The Salle Don Quichotte is adorned with stunning paintings, classified as historical monuments, but their origins remain a mystery. The Chambre de la Marquise features wallpaper dating from the Premier Empire, which is also classified as a historical monument.

In the summer of 2013, an exhibition of local artists' works was held to celebrate the castle's 990th anniversary. The building continues to stand as a significant piece of heritage in the local landscape.

Sources: Wikipedia, OpenStreetMap, Wikidata, Wikimedia Commons

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