This is the only true fry museum in the world as they claim, and considering how ubiquitous the fry is around the world, it is surprising there aren't more. In addition to chocolate and endive, this is probably the one foodstuff that Belgians cannot live without, and the museum reminds visitors why this is so. Here, you will find all your questions answered like, "Who invented fries?" or "Where does the potato come from?". In addition, they also give info on recipes and the history of the potato. The museum is also located in the beautiful Saaihalle right in the center of Bruges.
The Chocolate Museum is for all who love this beneficial, delicious confection, and even for those who don't. Choco Story tells of the botany surrounding cacao, information about the history, geography and some recipes used by artisans across Belgium are given. The building the museum is housed in is also a delight, the Huis de Croon dates from around 1480, additionally, the visitor can of course find a gift shop and join workshops on the preparation of chocolate.
Diese Uferstraßen mit zahlreichen prächtigen Zunfthäusern aus dem 12. bis 20. Jahrhundert umfassen den ältesten Hafen Gents.
The cathedral of Sint-Baafskathedraal - Gent, is solely dedicated to a Belgian Orthodox saint, Saint Bavo of Ghent. The cathedral is one of the oldest standing religious structures in the city, and a member in the Diocese. Noted attractions at the cathedral include the 95 meter (311 feet) tall tower (accessible only during the festival), the "Adoration of the Mystic Lamb" painting and its massive altarpiece. The cathedral is a major tourist destination during the month of July, and that's when a large number of devotees head here for the Ghent Festivities.
Museum of Fine Arts, located near the Stedelijk Museum voor Actuele Kunst, houses some of the finest paintings from the 15th Century. Primarily showcasing paintings from the 15th to 20th Century, Museum voor Schone Kunsten as it is locally known, has nurtured the greatest of art works by the masters. Apart from time tested paintings, Museum of Fine Arts also exhibits paintings by established artists of the current times.
The Belfry of Ghent towers proudly over the historic city, standing as a monumental landmark that signifies autonomy and freedom. Soaring at a height of 91 meters (298.5 feet), this tower is among the city's tallest, along with the Saint Bavo Cathedral and Saint Nicholas' Church. The belfry took all of 67 years to reach completion and has stood testament to the changes that occurred to the city from 1313 and in the years that followed. While it was architect Jan van Haelst who designed the tower, the tower's most striking feature – the neo-gothic spire – was added much later in 1851. The top of the tower also features a beautifully intricate gilded dragon that was bought over from Bruges. Owing to its magnificence and its administrative contribution to the city of Ghent during one time, the belfry was added to UNESCO's World Heritage List in 1999.
The enchanting city of Bruges welcomes huge hoards of tourists each summer. The city's historic old town or altstadt has been declared a UNESCO heritage site. An important center of trade and commerce in medieval times, the city developed a characteristic architecture still surviving today. Best known for it's brick Gothic style, the city is a charming place to explore from the old fairytale like buildings, picturesque canals, pretty bridges and twining cobbled streets. The development of the Flemish Primitive school of art can be traced to the this city, when Brugge became a center of court life and Flemish art in the 15th century producing masters like Jan Van Eyck, Hans Memling and Gerard David.Through it's various phases, several interesting buildings and monuments of note were built testifying to the social, economic, religious and cultural importance of Brugge as a medieval city in Europe. Places to explore in the city include the De Brugse Reien canal system, Onze-Lieve-Vrouwekerk, Provinciaal Hof amongst others.
Cadzand Strand is where families and friends come to unwind during their vacation. The deep blue waters of the Western Scheldt gently brush the soft white sands creating a perfect atmosphere for a memorable day out. Go for dip or simply play a game of beach volleyball, here activities are aplenty. Water sports are also organized at the Cadzand Strand, thus offering much excitement for the daredevils too. The beach is lined with several eateries and bars where you can satiate your much worked appetite after a sunny escapade.
Seit 1880 entwickelte sich das kleine Fischerdorf Knokke zu einem mondänen Badeort, der mit dem Villenvorort Het Zoute und Albertstrand zusammenwuchs. Der 12 km lange Sandstrand, die vielfältigen Attraktionen und das berühmte Casino mit seinem gewaltigen Kronleuchter aus Muranoglas und Kunstwerken bekannter Künstler machen Knokke auch heute noch zum beliebten Urlaubsziel.
Take in the beautiful sights dotting this charming city's rustic landscape, from famous canal boat tours in Bruges. The Boottochten Brugge takes you on an enchanting 30-minute ride along the waters of the Venice of the North, an experience that is both exhilarating and calming at once. The tour typically operates only during the warmer months between May and October, when playful sunlight perfectly harmonizes with the waters of the canal, creating stunning light in which to view the city. A guided tour of the points of interest is offered in four languages, and the boat accommodates all of 20 people. Incredibly reasonably priced, the Boottochten Brugge is one of the least expensive ways to enjoy the city's landscape, and is considered a 'must-do' during your stay here.
Diese Uferstraßen mit zahlreichen prächtigen Zunfthäusern aus dem 12. bis 20. Jahrhundert umfassen den ältesten Hafen Gents.
Museum of Fine Arts, located near the Stedelijk Museum voor Actuele Kunst, houses some of the finest paintings from the 15th Century. Primarily showcasing paintings from the 15th to 20th Century, Museum voor Schone Kunsten as it is locally known, has nurtured the greatest of art works by the masters. Apart from time tested paintings, Museum of Fine Arts also exhibits paintings by established artists of the current times.