Soignies
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: Obec / Město
Summary
Soignies is a municipality in the Belgian province of Hainaut, famous for its blue limestone quarries and the Church of St. Vincent. The region's history dates back to the 7th century when Madelgaire, a governor under King Dagobert I, founded an abbey there. The town is also notable for its proximity to Casteau, which hosts the SHAPE military headquarters.
Statistics
Area
110.30 km²
Population
27,603