Rehabilitation and reuse project: the "Acropolis" of Avignon
The former monastery and Palace of the Popes from the 14th century was restored and converted into a modern convention centre. Renewal of the quarter of Balance as well as the adjacent Place du Palais. Creation of a new underground car park.
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Project details
Title: | Rehabilitation and reuse project: the "Acropolis" of Avignon |
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Entr. year: | 1979 |
Result: | Diploma |
Country: | France |
Town: | Avignon |
Category type: | architectural heritage |
Notes: | -Part of a wider urban renewal project |
Building type/ Project type: | Religious building/memorial |
Former use: | Monastery, seat of the Popes during the Middle Ages |
Actual use: | Convention centre with underground garage |
Built: | 14th century |
The Jury's citation: | "Pour l'admirable rehabilitation du Palais des Papes et Ia creation d'un centrede congres avec un parking souterrain" |
GPS: | 43°57'4.2"N 4°48'23.0"E |
Web, Links: | www.avignon-congres.com |
Description:
The former monastery and Palace of the Popes from the 14th century was restored and converted into a modern convention centre. Renewal of the quarter of Balance as well as the adjacent Place du Palais. Creation of a new underground car park.
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