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Manoir

Route de Tortisambert

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Manoir (Livarot-Pays-d'Auge)
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Manoir de Ban

The Manoir de Ban is a castle located at Corsier-sur-Vevey on the banks of Lake Geneva in Switzerland.

History

  • The property was known as the Champ de Ban Estate Manor and served as the residence of actor, filmmaker, and composer Charlie Chaplin for twenty-five years, from 1952 until his death in 1977.
  • A museum dedicated to the life and work of its former owner, named Chaplin's World, opened in April 2016 after fifteen years in development.

Architecture

The Manoir de Ban is a manor house with an architectural style not explicitly mentioned in the provided data.

Layout

The layout of the castle is not specified in the provided data.

Location

Address: Route de Tortisambert Country: France Town: Livarot-Pays-d'Auge

Historical Significance and Events

The Manoir de Ban holds historical significance as the former residence of Charlie Chaplin, a renowned actor, filmmaker, and composer. The property has been recognized for its cultural importance.

Current Status and Use

The Manoir de Ban is currently used as a museum dedicated to the life and work of Charlie Chaplin, known as Chaplin's World.

Heritage Status

The manor is listed as a heritage site of Swiss Inventory of Cultural Property of National Significance.

Visiting Information

Due to discrepancies in the provided data, visiting information for the Manoir de Ban cannot be accurately stated.

Details

NameManoir
CityLivarot-Pays-d'Auge
CountryFrance
Coordinates48.96974, 0.1290468
Current usemuseum