Ghent - An Impressive City!

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September 3rd 2015

Published: October 31st 2015

When asking locals about the best place to visit in Belgium everyone told me that Ghent was their favourite location. The response was "just as beautiful and medieval as Bruges but without all the tourists". It became apparent to me that Ghent was over-shadowed by it's neighbour Bruges. My car journey from Bruges to Ghent was a short 35 miles drive down the E40. I did my research online before my... Read Full Entry

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Alan Atkinson

Readingfcboi

I'm a passionate traveller and very content when exploring different places. I love to experience new cultures, as well as getting the opportunity to meet interesting people from all over the world. My life changed somewhat in 2019 when I became a daddy and my priority has changed but my desire to travel very much remains. I have a fascination with Latin America; this is because of the beautiful scenery, fantastic wildlife, different types of cultures and history. I even learnt some Spanish to help when exploring these countries. TravelBlog has allowed me to share my stories with frien... full info

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2nd November 2015

taracloud
Tara Cloud

Views from the belfry!
What can be better than climbing a belfry and taking out your map to orient yourself! Europe is brilliant for that; South America less so. Ghent and those medieval Belgium towns (Antwerp, too) are so picturesque! Looks as if you had a yummy time there. If you do return, and if St Bavos isn't being renovated, there a hugely famous (in art history circles) painting by the famous Jan van Eyck, the Ghent Altarpiece. Love your canal cruise through the city!

2nd November 2015

Readingfcboi
Alan Atkinson

Jan Van Eyck
Glad you loved the canal cruise. My travel book told me of the famous Jan Van Eyck painting. It was very easy for myself to get over to Belgium from the UK so will make sure I visit again. Your South American blogs look really interesting :)

7th November 2015

D MJ Binkley
Dave and Merry Jo Binkley

Ghent
We really enjoyed our time in Ghent. Dave is a beer lover and this part of the world is grand. The foods are amazing. Your photos have done an excellent job capturing the ambience of this lovely town.

8th November 2015

Readingfcboi
Alan Atkinson

Photos
I'm glad you liked the photos and it sounds like you're both reliving fond memories of your time spent in Ghent.

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