Housed in a former neo-Gothic Carmelite convent, the Photography Museum is now the largest showcase for the photographic image in Europe. The permanent and temporary exhibitions are an opportunity to relive the key moments of photography from its invention to contemporary creative accomplishments.

The scene of a major mining tragedy, the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Bois du Cazier is definitely a must-see cultural fixture. Nestling in a leafy setting, this former mine is home to a museum tour focused on coal, steel and glass.

A mix of swung lines and sgraffiti, Art Nouveau is revealed in the very heart of Charleroi. The Maison Dorée (Golden House), Maison Lafleur (Lafleur House) and Maison des Médecins (Doctors' House) are shining examples of the architectural style of the period.

Visitors exploring the various streets will discover the city through the places that have helped to make Charleroi what it is today, a cosmopolitan metropolis. An immersion in the heart of the city's history!