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Collegiate Church of St. Waudru

Grand Place, Mons, Belgium
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Ranked #4 of 15 attractions in Mons
Type: Museums
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed July 31, 2012

Collegiate is a must for all visitors to Mons. So interesting and full of various artefacts of note. We were lucky to have a friend there to explain all the traditions of the festivals etc. Including the chariot of gold used in the 'dou dou' procession. The building equals many of the cathedrals of Europe.

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Brussels, Belgium
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed July 18, 2012

Not the most beautiful gothic church I've been to, but if you're around Mons do stop some minutes to visit it

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Mons, Belgium
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed June 25, 2012

It is a big church. It has statuary and stained glass windows. From visiting lesser churches like St. Waudru, you can better understand why Notre Dame (Paris) and other such cathedrals are so impressive. So if you are in Mons, by all means stop by St. Waudru, but don't make a special trip just to see it.

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Lombise, Belgium
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed June 19, 2012

This is a beautiful grand cathedral in Mons. Steeped in history. You can see the golden chariot there. A quick walk from the train/bus station and from the Grand Place. Don't leave Mons without seeing it.

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Beveren, Belgium
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2012

ancient art pieces are worth a visit also the location of the church is remarkable

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Jurbise, Belgium
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 8, 2012

I liked Saint Waudru's because of the immense history, much like so many churches in Europe, but also because it doesn't have as heavy a "tourist" feel like some of the more well-known churches (Notre Dame de Paris for one).

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Palma de Mallorca, Spain
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 5, 2012

It was quite difficult to find the right time to visit but when we did it we get surprised, is very interesting.

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 28, 2012

I live in Soignies, and I'm pretty sure we're referring to the official title of the Collegial in the center of town. Can't miss it. It's about 1,000 years old, with a church existing on the site back into the 700s. Great composite architecture - Romanesque and imposing, with lots of added-on wings & rooms & chapels. Always open, go... More

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North Wales
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 5, 2012

Lovely interior and the treasury had some interesting and beautiful pieces.

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Mons, Belgium
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 29, 2012

This Church is worth a visit and is one of the main sights in Mons. There is some beautiful artwork inside, carvings, paintings etc...and some of it is very special. It is really a spectacular sight from outside and appears huge with some fabulous gargoyles! The Car d'Or is parked in the church and is fun to see since it... More

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