Tour d'Auneau, Medieval fortified tower in Auneau-Bleury-Saint-Symphorien, France.
Description
The Tour d'Auneau is a cylindrical stone tower built in the late 11th century with typical Romanesque architectural features. The structure rises through several stories and is topped with a tile roof and a Renaissance-style lantern.
History
The tower was built under the direction of lord Hughes de Gallardon as part of a medieval defense system protecting the road to Chartres. It received official protection status in 1927 when recognized as a significant historical monument.
Culture
The heritage site received official protection status through a decree issued on November 7, 1927, marking its recognition as a significant historical monument.
Practical
The tower remains private property and visiting requires advance arrangement and permission from the owners. Dense vegetation around the site can limit views of the building, especially during warmer months.
Did you know?
During the 1970s a bell fell from the Renaissance lantern during a property transaction, resulting in structural changes to the tower. This incident left visible marks on the building that remain noticeable today.
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