Commanderie de Paulhac, Medieval commandry in Fursac, France.
Description
Commanderie de Paulhac is a medieval commandry in Fursac featuring a church that blends Romanesque and Gothic elements. The structures preserve 13th-century wall paintings and a chapel of historical significance.
History
Founded around 1200 as a Templar commandry, it transferred to the Knights Hospitaller in 1312 after the Templars were suppressed. This transition shaped its existence as a Hospitaller property for centuries to come.
Culture
The chapel and church here reflect medieval religious building traditions that are still visible today. These structures preserve the craftsmanship and design approaches of that era.
Practical
Access to the site may be limited, and not all parts of the complex are always open to visitors. It is wise to check ahead about which areas are accessible and under what conditions.
Did you know?
The commandry oversaw a network of properties scattered across the region, including a temple house at Lascroux in Saint-Vaury and lands in Saint-Léger-la-Montagne. This pattern of dispersed holdings was common for major commandries that generated income across multiple villages.
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