Binche is a small town in the Belgian province of Hainaut about 34 miles south of Brussels.
The Carnival de Binche Belgium's most famous carnival, attracts thousands of visitors annually. For three days in February the town of Binche is transported back to the 16th century for one of the most fantastic festivals of the year. Highlighted by music parades and fireworks, the climax of this event is when the Gilles appear on the Grand Place and throw oranges to the spectators. This infamous festivity has been classified as part of the world's cultural heritage by UNESCO along with its renowned Gilles.
- Town hall, Rue des Boucheries. A Renaissance-style building. The belfry is one of the 56 belfries in Belgium recognized as s.
- Masks and Carnival Museum, Rue Saint-Moustier 10, +32 64 33 57 41. A 18th-century school building houses the museums. Masks from all over the world are exhibited. An important part of the museum is dedicated to the Carnival of Binche.
- Saint-Ursmer Collegiate Church, Rue Haute 5.
- City walls. The 12th-century city walls are amongst the best preserved in Belgium. There is a walking path around the city to discover them.
Town hall, Rue des Boucheries. A Renaissance-style building. The belfry is one of the 56 belfries in Belgium recognized as s.
Masks and Carnival Museum, Rue Saint-Moustier 10, +32 64 33 57 41. A 18th-century school building houses the museums. Masks from all over the world are exhibited. An important part of the museum is dedicated to the Carnival of Binche.
Saint-Ursmer Collegiate Church, Rue Haute 5.
City walls. The 12th-century city walls are amongst the best preserved in Belgium. There is a walking path around the city to discover them.
- Mons — the regional capital of Hainaut was European capital of culture in 2015.
[[Mons]] — the regional capital of Hainaut was European capital of culture in 2015.