Philippeville
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: Obec / Město
Summary
Philippeville is a city and municipality located in the province of Namur, Wallonia, Belgium. Founded in 1556 by Charles V and named after his son Philip II, it served as a strategic fortress. The city's fortifications were dismantled in 1856 following the Treaty of London.
Statistics
Area
156.71 km²
Population
9,228