I am a Belgain, everybody will know it now! I was born in La Hestre ... but lived in Binche with parents till I was 18 and joined the Navy.
Binche is famous for its carnival. It is now recognized as part of the cultural heritage of mankind by UNESCO.
Interested? Here are some nice pics:
http://users.skynet.be/christophe-photo/BINCHE04.htm .
Have a nice weekend.