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Litany Monument

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    1. Place d'Arme – Litany Monument loop from Valenciennes

    6.10km

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    Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    November 18, 2024

    The Litany monument in Valenciennes is an impressive work of art by the French artist Jean-Bernard Metais. It was unveiled in 2007 on the Place d'Armes and stands on the exact spot where the city's watchtower once stood. This tower, a typical medieval watchtower, collapsed in 1840.

    The monument consists of a 45-metre high needle pointing towards the sky and a collection of thousands of voices repeating the history and secrets of the city. These words were collected from more than 2,000 residents and visitors to Valenciennes and are incised on the needle. The work is a symbol of the openness and neutrality of the place, where people used to come to trade, debate and celebrate.

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