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Ducasse de Mons
Traditional folk festival in Mons, Belgium / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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The Ducasse de Mons, also commonly known as the Doudou, is a traditional folk festival held in Mons, Hainaut, Belgium, on Trinity Sunday (57 days after Easter). The feast comprises two important parts: the procession, including the descent and the uprising of the Saint Waltrude's shrine, as well as the combat named Lumeçon between Saint George and a dragon. Since 2008, it is recognised as a Masterpiece of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO.[1]
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Ducasse de Mons | |
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![]() The fight called Lumeçon (the dragon and the white men pictured) | |
Status | Active |
Frequency | Annual |
Location(s) | Mons |
Country | Belgium |
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Quick Facts Processional giants and dragons in Belgium and France, Country ...
Processional giants and dragons in Belgium and France | |
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Country | Belgium |
Reference | 00153 |
Region | Europe and North America |
Inscription history | |
Inscription | 2008 (3rd session) |
List | Representative |
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