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- La Louvière was recognized as an independent city in 1869.
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La Louvière quickly surpassed its overlord Saint-Vaast, both in population and economic wealth. Within fifty years, the territory that was not much more than a place name had become one of the most important cities in Wallonia. La Louvière was recognized as an independent city in 1869.
Fifth Walloon town by its size, La Louvière takes pride in its industrial past: make the most of the canal, its folkloric traditions and its carnivals.
La Louvière quickly surpassed its overlord Saint-Vaast, both in population and economic wealth. Within fifty years, the territory that was not much more than a place name had become one of the most important cities in Wallonia.
The hydraulic boat lifts of the Canal du Centre. Situated in the province of Hainaut, these 4 hydraulic lifts, built beginning of the XIXth century, are standing monuments to the Belgian Industrial revolution. These timeless masterpieces, listed by UNESCO, can be visited.
La Louvière has a long and rich history, with the first written records of the area dating back to the 13th century. It has been an important industrial and commercial center since the 19th century, and has been a major contributor to the Belgian economy.
Feb 16, 2021 · Cinéma Stuart goes back another two decades to 1956 but under manager Giovanni Pescatore has become a La Louvière institution, expanding from one auditorium to seven, and staging concerts, seminars and even opera in addition to movies.
La Louvière (French pronunciation: [la lu.vjɛʁ], Walloon: El Lovire) is a Walloon city and municipality located in the Belgian province of Hainaut. La Louvière's municipality includes the old communes of Haine-Saint-Paul, Haine-Saint-Pierre, Saint-Vaast, Trivières, Boussoit, Houdeng-Aimeries, Houdeng-Gœgnies, Maurage, and Strépy ...
