Mons (French pronunciation: [mɔ̃s] ⓘ; Occitan: Monts or Mons) is a commune in the Var department in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region in southeastern France.
This explains the variety of different scenery found on the territory of the commune, as well as the diversity of its vegetation, but also accounts for the fact that it is sparsely cultivated.
There are exceptional views from the village (from the Place Saint Sebastien), ranging from Menton to the East all the way to Toulon in the West.
Famous members of the Villeneuve family, including: Other personalities related to the municipality : The strong, distinctive character of the village of Mons, its calm and beauty have made it the jewel of Varois hinterland, situated as it is, at the confines of the Gavot uplands.
The Monsois have had to grapple with adversity over the centuries: their tenacity and courage has forged them into a hardy, solid community, and they bear the nickname of "Chinois de Provence" (the Chinese of Provence).