Temple du Hâ, Protestant church in Bordeaux, France.
The Temple du Hâ is a Protestant church in Bordeaux featuring a Baroque facade with three arches and matching niches. Inside, the simple interior contains wooden pew rows and an organ with 19 stops built by Gaston Maille in 1883.
The building was originally built between 1625 and 1628 as a chapel for the Notre-Dame convent. Napoleon designated it for Reformed worship in 1803, with the nave having been reconstructed in 1751 following earthquake damage.
The temple serves the local Reformed community as a gathering place where visitors can observe religious practice and interfaith discussions happening in its spaces. Its regular use shows how a historic building continues to support the spiritual life of its congregation.
The church sits on Rue du Hâ in central Bordeaux, making it easy to find on foot while walking through the city. Check opening times in advance, as it may have restricted access during private worship services.
The temple underwent major reconstruction in 1751 after an earthquake caused significant damage to its structure. This rebuilding effort reshaped the building's appearance and reveals how people adapted baroque structures to survive natural hazards.
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