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The Castle of the Counts

Visit the knights at the castle

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St Bavo’s Cathedral: majestic tower

Powerful Ghent church and home of the Mystic Lamb

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The Ghent Altarpiece: supreme divine art

World-famous painting by Flemish Primitives

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Ghent Belfry, world heritage

The dragon, Ghent’s fiery mascot

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St Peter’s Abbey, peaceful vineyard

Luxurious abbey village, the font of Ghent

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't Toreken

15th-century guild house of the tanners

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Hotel Clemmen

A true gem at Veldstraat, with a grand garden

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Small Beguinage Our Lady ter Hoyen

The Ghent Beguines, quietly independent

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Old Fish Market

The Ghent Tourist Office

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Former Post Office

Historical building and luxury hotel at Korenmarkt

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Law Courts

Impressive 19th-century law courts

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Great Butchers' Hall: delicious!

Get your hands on tasty local produce!

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Leopold Barracks

Hotspot for young visual artists

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Great St Elizabeth Beguinage, Ghent

A haven of peace, away from the bustling city

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Royal Dutch Theatre

Classic theatre in the city centre

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Monastery of the Carmelite Fathers

The place to be if you like peace and quiet

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