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Urban architecture lovers
The original building of the masons' guild (15th century) with dancing men on the pediment was restored only in the 20th century, when the new owners of the building discovered the old facade under a thick layer of plaster.
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Vivid interweaving of Gothic and Baroque in the center of Ghent
In 942, a wooden church was founded on this site, which, as a result of additions and reconstructions in the 14-16 centuries, turned into a majestic Gothic cathedral. But the interior of the temple is made in the luxurious baroque style.
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For lovers of urban history and views of the city
Belfort Bell Tower (14th century) during its existence performed a wide variety of functions: - in the 15th century, all the city's treasures (the city's treasury and the magistrates, confirming the tax privileges of local guilds) were kept in a chest hidden in the Belfort cache; - until the 19th ...
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Urban architecture lovers
Hermann van Wagemaker, the architect of the Cathedral in Antwerp, had a hand in the construction of a building of a completely opposite direction - the House of Butchers.
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For lovers of castles and other monumental structures
Sten Castle is the oldest object in the city (1200). Moreover, the castle was the first large-scale building made of stone, thanks to which it received the name "Sten" (translated from the Dutch "stone").
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Antwerp's central square and the legend of Silvius Brabo
The Grote Markt ensemble consists of the City Hall building, workshop houses (16-17th century) and a fountain in the center of the square. Please note that the Brabo fountain does not have a bowl where water would flow.
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For fans of the Gothic style in architecture
The north tower of the Cathedral, and it is 123 meters high (the highest tower in Belgium), you will see from anywhere in the city. The foundation stone for the construction of the Cathedral was laid in the 14th century, and the construction itself lasted a total of 250 years.
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Spanish heroes in the Belgian capital
Brussels has its own Place D'Espagne. And on the Plaza de Españ a there is a monument to Don Quixote and Sancho Panza. How did they get here? The fact is that Brussels is a sister city of Madrid.
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Unusual clock on the Mount of Arts
On the faç ade of the Palais de la Dynastie is an unusual star-shaped clock by Jules Ghobert. Around the dial are 12 figures that represent the most significant people in Belgian history - from a soldier to a duke.
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For lovers of non-trivial sculpture
The sculpture "Cat on a Bicycle" by contemporary artist Alain Sechas was installed in Brussels in 2005 by order of the city authorities and cost the city 100.000 euros. I would venture to suggest that in this way the authorities popularize an environmentally friendly mode of transport and encourage ...
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Manneken Pis's girlfriend
In 1987, "Manneken Pis" got a girlfriend - "Manneken Pis" (Jeanneke Pis). The figurine was created by sculptor Denis-Adrien Debouvrie. According to one version, the owner of the local restaurant ordered a pair of Manneken Pis to attract the attention of the public.
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City view lovers
Arts Mountain is a picturesque area located on a slope between the Upper and Lower Towns. This is the cultural center of the Belgian capital with a beautiful panoramic view of the city.
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Urban architecture lovers
It's safe to say that the Grand Place is considered one of the most beautiful squares in the world, not only because of the City Hall and the King's House, but also because of the set of richly decorated facades of the Guild Houses.
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Urban architecture lovers
The House of the Dukes of Brabant is an example of classical Flemish architecture. Hidden behind a lush faç ade are seven houses that once belonged to various guilds.
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Must see in the list of attractions in Brussels
This is the central square of medieval Brussels. After the construction of the Town Hall (15th century), all workshops and guilds sought to place their representative offices here, closer to the city administration.
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For fans of the Gothic style in architecture
A fine example of a Gothic building in the very center of Brussels, dating from the 15th century. Initially, the left wing of the Town Hall with a chapel was built, a little later the right side was added to it.
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For fans of the Gothic style in architecture
Built in the 14th century, the building was used by the Guild of Bakers for its intended purpose - they baked and sold bread here. The name "House of Kings" refers to the period of history of the 15th-16th centuries, when tax collectors were located here.
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Monument to peaceful atom
For the EXPO-1958 exhibition in Brussels, the Atomium was built as a symbol of the atomic age and the use of atomic energy for peaceful purposes. Architect Andre Waterkeyn, according to one version, designed a beryllium atom enlarged billions of times (and not an iron atom, as is commonly believed).
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Must see in the list of attractions in Brussels
On the corner of Rue de l'Etuve and Rue du Chene, is perhaps the most famous sculpture in Brussels - Manneken Pis or Manneken Pis. According to one of the many versions, the monument was erected by the father of the lost boy, who, after two days of painful searching, found his offspring in this very...
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"Belly of Brussels" in the heart of Brussels
The quarter behind the Market Square (Rue de Bouchers) has earned the nickname "Belly of Brussels" for its abundance of restaurants. More precisely, the restaurants here are one continuous row.
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For lovers of shopping and historical buildings
The very first covered shopping street in Europe (18th century), which is still one of the most beautiful. It consists of three parts - the first is called the King's Gallery, the second is the Queen's Gallery, the third is the Princes' Gallery.
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City history buffs
If, after 19 years of running the city, grateful residents erect a monument to you for their money, it means that you did not occupy the post of burgomaster for nothing! It's all about Charles Buls.
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The largest exhibition center in Belgium
This is the largest exhibition center in Belgium, built for EXPO-1935 in the then popular Art Deco style. Now in its 12 modern halls, about 60 exhibitions are held annually and more than 90 events are organized.
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For fans of the Gothic style in architecture
The beginning of the construction of the Cologne Cathedral dates back to the 12th century, but it must be said that Christian churches used to stand on this site before. There are many legends and rumors around the cathedral.
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Eau de cologne or "Water from Cologne"
Back in 1709, the Italian Johann Farina opened his perfume shop in Cologne and Eau de cologne (water from Cologne) was born. But the world-famous "cologne" was brought by the French, who began to sell German perfumes in their homeland.
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