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Three classic attractions in Ghent, Belgium

In the busiest place in the old town of Ghent, Belgium, there are three famous classic attractions, namely the Belfort Belfort, St. Bavo's Cathedral Sint-Bassfskathedraal and St. Nicholas' Church Sint-Niklaasker. The three attractions are only a few hundred meters apart from each other. The towering and unique buildings are just connected in a line from a distance. The three towers form the unique beauty of Ghent's skyline. Each building has its own characteristics. It is recommended to arrange about 2-3 hours to collect all the classics of Ghent at once. Clock towers are a type of building found in many European cities with a lot of historical traces. They once told time, provided alarms, and announced the arrival of special holidays. Now, they are one of the must-see attractions for travelers. In addition to its historical background, the Ghent Belfry is also very special because of its geographical location, which is right between St. Bavo's Cathedral (Sint-Bassfskathedraal) and St. Nicholas' Church (Sint-Niklaasker). You can walk around the top of the tower and see two classic attractions. St. Bavo's Cathedral was originally just a small wooden chapel in the 12th century. It was gradually expanded into its current Gothic architectural style between the 14th and 16th centuries. In the square next to these three classic landmarks, there is a building with a very special appearance. The roof structure is a mix of glass, wood and cement. The overall shape is special and modern, very eye-catching. There is a piano under the roof that people can use, so people can play here at any time. The special design of the piano also makes the sound resonate, and the music played can be clearly heard nearby.
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Posted: Jan 3, 2023
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