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Palace of Sports, Arts and Labor

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This point of interest is available as audio on the tour: Visit Narbonne, City of Wind and Sun

The building on your left is none other than the Palace of Sports, Arts and Labor. I’m stopping here because it’s one of the rare examples of functionalist and rationalist architecture in the Languedoc-Roussillon region. Functionalism is an architectural style based on a simple idea: form should follow function. In other words, a building’s design should reflect its intended use. After the 1925 International Exhibition of Decorative Arts in Paris, the modernist movement began to take off, encouraging innovation, creative freedom, and new construction techniques. This building is a perfect example of that spirit. It was designed in 1938 to offer locals a brand-new space dedicated to culture and sport. However, construction was interrupted by World War II, and the building wasn’t officially opened until 1952—almost 15 years later. Built in concrete, its clean lines and structure are reminiscent of the work of architect Auguste Perret, a pioneer of modern French architecture. Today, the building is home to numerous local associations and hosts a wide range of activities—from sports training and professional courses to concerts, exhibitions, and cultural events, all held in its versatile multipurpose halls.

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