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1. Saint Symphorien Military Cemetery ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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2. La Bergerie ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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3. Le Petite Couscoussiere

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4. Boule de Bleu

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5. La Table de Boucher (Table of the Butcher)

Category: Nearby Food & Drink
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6. Art des Mets (The Art of Food)

Category: Museums & Culture for Couples
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7. The Neolithic Flint Mines of Spiennes

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8. The Guardhouse Monkey

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9. Mons Belfry

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10. Strepy-Thieu Boat Lift

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11. Doudou Festival

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12. Maison Vincent van Gogh

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13. Decorative Arts Museum Francois Duesberg

Category: Museums & Culture for Couples
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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

  • The historic city of Mons is the capital of the Hainaut Province in the Walloon region of Belgium.
  • The city is a vibrant University town which has much to offer visitors.
  • A good place to start your exploration would be at the Grand Place, a large cobblestone square lined with historic buildings and pavement cafes where you can sip a coffee and watch the passing parade.
  • A few of the most interesting tourist attractions include the Saint Symphorien Military Cemetery, the Belfry, the Van Gogh House Museum, and the Decorative Art Museum which was established by Baron Francois Duesberg.
  • The city is most famous for its Festival Doudou, which takes place on Trinity weekend each year.

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