Nimy
Nimy Nîmi (Walloon) | |
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Coordinates: 50°28′33″N 3°57′17″E / 50.47583°N 3.95472°E | |
Country | Belgium |
Community | French Community |
Region | Wallonia |
Province | Hainaut |
Arrondissement | Mons |
Municipality | Mons |
Area | |
• Total | 4.16 km2 (1.61 sq mi) |
Population (2020-01-01) | |
• Total | 4,751 |
• Density | 1,100/km2 (3,000/sq mi) |
Postal codes | 7020 |
Area codes | 065 |
Nimy (French pronunciation: [nimi]; Walloon: Nîmi) is a sub-municipality of the city of Mons located in the province of Hainaut, Wallonia, Belgium. It was a separate municipality until 1972. On 1 January 1972, it was merged into Mons.[1]
History
[edit]In 1914, it was the scene of heavy fighting during the Battle of Mons, the first action of the British Expeditionary Force in World War I. Notable for its earthenware pottery.
Gallery
[edit]- Old Town Hall.
- St. Mary Church.
References
[edit]- ^ Arrêté royal du 18 février 1971 portant fusion des communes de Mons, Cuesmes, Ghlin, Hyon, Nimy et Obourg.