Mons:
On the slopes of a small hill lies the city of Mons, the capital of the Belgian province of Hainaut. The city is sometimes overlooked by tourists, but without reason. Mons offers all the splendors and historical richness that so typifies most of the cities in Belgium. Mons is certainly worth a visit during the frequent processions that take place here during the year. For the British Mons became the scene of their first battles in the war as well as the last.
Mons was established at the top of a hill, around a 7th century monastery founded by St. Waudru. Mons has expanded over the centuries, outgrowing its fortified walls more than once, and engulfing surrounding communities. The central core of the town is not large, and runs in a number of rings. There is a concerted effort to keep vehicles out of the narrow streets, and parking regulations are strictly enforced.
The Cathedral dedicated to St. Waudrau is now Mons' chief tourist attraction.
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