Rosary Quay, Scenic viewpoint at canal intersection in Brugge, Belgium
Rosary Quay is a canal corner in Bruges where old stone buildings stand on both sides of the water and the Belfry can be seen in the distance. The spot forms one of the city's most photographed viewpoints at this water junction.
In medieval times, this canal corner served as a landing point for traders selling religious items like rosary beads. The spot grew in importance as Bruges developed into a wealthy trading city.
The name comes from the medieval trade in rosary beads that were sold here to pilgrims and merchants passing through. Today, the spot conveys how this canal functioned as a living commercial passage.
The spot is easy to reach on foot and sits centrally in the old town where several pathways meet. The best time to visit for photographs is early morning when fewer people are around.
Boat tours depart daily from here, traveling under low bridges and revealing hidden corners of the city. Many visitors don't notice that this spot is one of the few places where you can experience the waterway from both above and below equally well.
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