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"The Mundaneum, otherwise known by the term "Paper Internet", contains vast collections such as the International Press Museum, the Universal Iconographic Repertory (posters, postcards, glass plates, photographs), the Universal Documentation Repertory, the papers of Henri La Fontaine and Paul Otlet, feminist and anarchist collections, and the archives of the Friends of the World Palace. It contains in all some 6 km/4 miles of documents. The Mundaneum also boasts a venue for temporary exhibitions. Contact: Delphine Jenart.The Mundaneum includes the Mundaweb which consists of a user-friendly Internet area and an Internet training area, the creation of Web pages, computer initiation, and introduction to the Windows environment. Contact: Raphaëlle Cornille and David Urban.Built in the 1930s by the architect Vleugels, the building was designed in an Art Deco style. It was reorganized to suit its new functions in 1988. At the outset, there was a cooperative and its bakery, called the Independence, in the space of the present Mundaneum. The mundaneum is an archival centre containing documentary collections such as press, posters, postcards and glass plates. The Mundaneum's originality lies in the conservation of archival collections associated with the movements based on pacifist and socialist ideas, designed to lead our society to a truly democratic praxis. At the turn of the 20th century, these ideas evolved towards feminism, anarchism, and conscientious objection."

 The Doudou Museum showcases this exceptional heritage through various perspectives: historical, anthropological, scientific, artistic, secular, and religious. From the uniqueness of the Ducasse de Mons to the legend of Saint George, the museum focuses on understanding and highlighting the different aspects of this universal and centuries-old story. A journey through the museum allows visitors to understand and interpret this exceptional intangible heritage. The various exhibition spaces are structured around a central theme: Saint George and the Dragon, between imagination and reality. Want to experience and relive the legendary Ducasse de Mons whenever you wish? Don’t hesitate for a moment! Just step through the doors of the Doudou Museum! Adaptation for visually impaired visitors Visually impaired individuals who wish to enjoy a culturally adapted experience can visit the museum. Thanks to close collaboration with Les Amis des Aveugles, specific adaptations and museum guides in braille are provided. At the Doudou Museum, embark on a journey to discover the key objects of the Doudou: the new golden lance, the teeth, the medallions, dragons, and the seal of Saint Waudru. Want to know more about the Doudou? Discover more information at www.visitmons.be/agenda/le-doudou

Pairi Daiza est un parc zoologique belge wallon situé dans la province de Hainaut, à Brugelette. Fondé en 1994, il s'est d'abord appelé Paradisio de son ouverture jusqu'en 2010.