Boussu
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: City / Municipality
Summary
About the place: Boussu is a Belgian municipality located in the province of Hainaut within the Walloon Region. Situated west of Mons, it is known for its industrial history and the historic Castle of Boussu.
Flag Description: The flag consists of a red field bendwise crossed by a yellow bend, running from the upper hoist corner to the lower fly corner.
Symbolism: The red and yellow colors arranged in a bend are derived from the traditional heraldic colors and coat of arms of the Lords of Boussu.
Flag Description: The flag consists of a red field bendwise crossed by a yellow bend, running from the upper hoist corner to the lower fly corner.
Symbolism: The red and yellow colors arranged in a bend are derived from the traditional heraldic colors and coat of arms of the Lords of Boussu.
Statistics
Area
20.01 km²
Population
19,800