Panorama of Namur, in Belgium

This ancient postcard shows a panorama of
Namur, in Belgium, more precisely the historic district of Grognon located at the confluence of the Sambre and the Meuse.
Here are some historical details about this iconic place:
A transformed historical site

The Grognon: Considered the cradle of Namur, this site has been occupied since prehistoric times and urbanized since the Middle Ages.
District destruction: In the years 1960-1970, the historic district visible in this image was razed for the purpose of urban modernization, resulting in the demolition of 150 houses and the departure of 2000 inhabitants.
The current Confluence: After remaining an empty space for several decades (nicknamed the "curse of the Grognon"), the site was recently revitalized and inaugurated in 2021 under the name of L'Espace Confluence, becoming a central public place again with the development of an esplanade and the NID building (Namur Intelligent and Sustainable)