La Louvière
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: Obec / Město
Summary
La Louvière is a city in Wallonia, Belgium, located in the province of Hainaut. Its origins trace back to the 12th century, initially named Menaulu, meaning 'wolf's lair'. Recognized as an independent city in 1869, it grew rapidly due to coal production.
Statistics
Area
64.24 km²
Population
80,986