Mons, Belgium - attractions

Attractions of the city ​​of Mons in Belgium can not but surprise, especially given that in 2015 the European Commission declared it the cultural capital of the country.

What to see in Mons?

  1. The collegiate church of the Holy Valdétruda (Collégiale Sainte-Waudru) was erected in 1686, and it was built almost two centuries. The temple impresses, first of all, its size: 110 meters in length, 34 meters in width and 24, 5 meters in height. Here are the sculptures of Jacques Du Broco (Jacques Du Broeucq) and stunning stained glass windows of the 16th century.
  2. Beffroi (Beffroi) is included in the World Heritage List. It was built in the Baroque style in the late 17th century. The architect of this beauty was Louis Ledoux. The height of Beffrea is 90 meters.
  3. Valenciennes Tower (Tour Valenciennoise) - no less interesting attraction of Mons. It is located near the Great Square. The construction of the round form appeared in the distant 14th century and was a fortress structure. By the way, the tower still has loopholes, which were previously used to fire from the shelter.
  4. The Town Hall (Hôtel de Ville) is the oldest building in the center of the cultural capital of the country. It was built in the period from 1458 to 1477. Gothic style of the building can remind many to the building of the monastery church of St. Vardo. By the way, behind the Town Hall is a picturesque park, the main feature of which is the Ropieur fountain - a bronze sculpture of a young man leaning over a trickle of water.
  5. Not far from the above-mentioned Baffrua is the Spanish house (Maison espagnole). This is a rare example of the traditional Spanish style, built in the 17th century from red brick. It was restored in the 20th century. Today, the publishing house is located here.
  6. The building of the Masonic Lodge (Parfaite Union) appeared in Mons in 1890. The author of the project was Hector Piusho. It is interesting that the attraction is called the "Ideal Union". The facade of the building is decorated with sculptured lotus flowers, and capitals are strewn with papyrus leaves.
  7. The building of casemates (Casemates) has an area of ​​9,000 square meters, and in length reaches 180 meters. Now here is the Museum of roads and everyone can look at the exposed construction equipment.
  8. Waux-Hall Park is the ideal place in Belgium for those who want to relax from the city's bustle and a hard day's work. Its construction began in the middle of the 19th century, and the area reaches 5 hectares.

Arriving in Belgium, be sure to visit one of the oldest cities in the country - Mons, which will give you a lot of unforgettable impressions, positive emotions and unique pictures!