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The Church of Saint John the Baptist dates from the XIIth century. Outside the Romanesque-byzantine style granite sanctuary, 78 corbels carved with figures and foliage symbolize the cardinal sins.

This church is near La Marthonie castle.

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The Jewel of Green Périgord Particularly well preserved, the heart of the village is an invitation to a journey through timewithXIVthcenturytimberedhousesfeaturingloggias,especiallyinthepicturesque Fond-du-Bourg street. The imposing Marthonie castle (above) stands proudly on the Place Saint-Jean, a large square in the center of the village. Reconstructed from the XVth century, this medieval-style fortress has a distinctive XVIIIth century, elegant arcaded wing. Close by, the XIth century Augustinian priory (below) was the place of the village’s foundation. Rebuilt after the Hundred Years War, this peace haven has preserved a section of its cloister.

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A village institution, the Saint Jean Inn is open all year round. In a warm rural setting, savour Benoît Cheval’s colour- ful, delicious and tastefully presented, perigordian dishes (calf sweetbread, salmon with sorrel…). In High Season, enjoy the view from the restaurant ter- race at La Perla or ÀTable, both right in the center of Saint-Jean. Catering for all Tastes

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