Temple des Chartrons, Neoclassical Protestant temple in Chartrons district, Bordeaux, France
Temple des Chartrons is a neoclassical building in the Chartrons neighborhood of Bordeaux, distinguished by four Ionic columns on its facade and a triangular pediment crowned with a relief of an open Bible. Inside, a single nave spans beneath a wooden vault supported by four Corinthian columns that hold a gallery running the full width of the interior.
The building was constructed between 1832 and 1835 by architect Armand Corcelles and served as a gathering place for Protestant communities in Bordeaux. Religious activities ceased in the 1970s, and the space was later converted into a public exhibition venue.
The building carries the name of the Chartrons neighborhood, where it has stood since the 19th century as a landmark of this merchant district. Today its interior hosts art exhibitions, giving the space a new role in the community.
The building sits on Rue Notre Dame and welcomes visitors interested in viewing current exhibitions. Set aside time to explore both the architectural details and the temporary art installations filling the interior.
The facade displays a rare iconographic element: an open Bible carved in stone set upon clouds, reflecting the importance of Protestantism in this port city. This religious symbol stands today as a subtle visual testament to the site's spiritual past.
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