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Collegiate Church of Saint Waudru
This magnificent Gothic church took 300 years to build and is home to a glittering golden carriage called the Car d'Or that parades through the streets once a year.
Mons
Quick fact
Mons is the capital of the Hainaut province and was designated a European Capital of Culture in 2015, celebrating its rich artistic and historical heritage.
Fun fact
Every year at Trinity Sunday, the people of Mons re-enact a dramatic battle between Saint George and a dragon right in the town square — and children in the crowd try to grab the dragon's tail for good luck!
Landmarks
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Belfry of Mons
This round baroque belfry is the only one of its shape in all of Belgium and was listed by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site along with Belgium's other great belfries.
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BAM – Fine Arts Museum
The Beaux-Arts Museum in Mons holds an impressive collection of paintings, sculptures, and decorative arts spanning several centuries of European creativity.
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Memorial Museum Passchendaele 1917 (nearby)
The Mons region is surrounded by moving World War One memorials that help visitors understand the courage and sacrifice of soldiers from many different countries.
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Grand Place of Mons
The charming central square of Mons is lined with beautiful baroque buildings and is the lively hub where festivals, markets, and the famous dragon parade all take place.