Li Bassinia in Huy, Belgium

Huy - pronounced "Oui" ("Yes") - is a small Belgian town located at the confluence of the Meuse and Hoyoux rivers. It is halfway between Namur and Liège. The town is famous for its rich heritage. Some forty monuments and sites are protected. The fountain on the Grand'Place, known to the locals as "Li Bassinia" ("the basin" in Walloon), is one of the most remarkable. It was listed as a „Monument Historique“ on August 1st, 1933. It was one of the first 45 monuments to be listed in Wallonia, the French-speaking southern half of Belgium. Many changes over the centuries have resulted in its complex

This story was reported by Atlas Obscura - Latest Articles and Places. EUROPES curates Europe's most relevant coverage — read the full report at the original source.