Architecture (Ghent)

Carmelite monastery

The Carmelite monks have long been distinguished by their amazing strictness in their way of life and order of life. The monastery includes a medieval church, several monastic premises and a large garden...

Mademoisele

• 2 years ago

Historical heritage of the city

St. Michael's Church

The first chapel in honor of St. Michael was erected on this site in the 12th century. It burned down twice and was restored twice, but by the 15th century the church had fallen into disrepair and could...

Mademoisele

• 2 years ago

Cathedral with a unique altar

Cathedral of Saint Bavo

The cathedral is a must-see if you come to this city. The main attractions are the altar by Van Eyck and the original painting by Rubens. You have to pay a little to see the original altar, but it's worth...

Mademoisele

• 2 years ago

Lovers of embankments and beautiful views

Embankments Graslyai and Kornlyai

Would you like to get beautiful photos of Ghent with the old guild houses reflected in the river? Then look for the Sint-Michielsplein square, go to St. Michael's Bridge and enjoy - first the views, and...

Polina_Sumy

• 11 years ago

Mixture of architectural styles as a reflection of the history of the city

town hall

The Ghent Town Hall seems to have absorbed all possible architectural styles: from Gothic to the late Flemish Renaissance, and from Baroque to Pseudo-Empire. The thing is that it was built much longer...

Polina_Sumy

• 11 years ago