Place Flagey, Cultural square in Ixelles, Belgium
Place Flagey is a trapezoidal square in Ixelles where multiple streets converge, dominated by the striking Art Deco Flagey Building at its southwestern corner. The space is lined with cafés, restaurants, and shops that create an active street-level environment.
The square emerged in 1860 from a drained Ixelles pond and was named in 1937 to honor Eugène Flagey, a former mayor of Ixelles. This renaming reflected his importance to the city's development.
The former radio broadcasting building now functions as a cultural center, presenting regular concerts, film screenings, and performances throughout the year.
The square provides access to public transit with multiple stops and features an underground parking facility for visitors with cars. The area is easy to explore on foot and has many cafés for resting.
Belgium's first self-service supermarket opened here in December 1957, a moment that transformed local shopping habits. This innovation marked the beginning of a new shopping experience for residents.
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