"Combray" is a fictional town in Marcel Proust's novel "In Search of Lost Time." It serves as the narrator's childhood home and is depicted as a place rich in memories and experiences. The town is characterized by its picturesque landscapes and the influence of the Combray church, which plays a significant role in the narrator's reflections. The narrative explores themes of time, memory, and the impact of place on personal identity. Combray is not just a setting; it symbolizes the complexities of nostalgia and the passage of time, making it a central element in Proust's exploration of human experience.