Ghent, City in Flanders, Belgium
Ghent is a city in the Flemish Region of Belgium renowned for its rich medieval history.
In the thirteenth century, it was one of the largest and richest cities of northern Europe.
The city is known for its annual Ghent Festival, St Bavo's Cathedral, and the historic Gravensteen castle.
Most of Ghent's main attractions are located within walking distance from each other, sinewy Ghent is an easy city to explore by foot or bicycle.
It is home to the Ghent Altarpiece, one of the world's oldest and most influential artworks.
Location: Arrondissement of Ghent
Capital city: Ghent
Population: 265086
Phone: +3292101010
Email: gentinfo@stad.gent
Website: stad.gent
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Ghent is a city in the Flemish Region of Belgium renowned for its rich medieval history.
The Gravensteen is a medieval castle at Ghent, East Flanders in Belgium.
St Bavo's Cathedral is a Gothic cathedral in Ghent, known for its high tower and rich interior decoration.
The Belfry of Ghent is a protected monument and part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site list.
The Dulle Griet is a medieval supergun located in Ghent, Belgium.
The Museum of Fine Arts Ghent houses a rich collection of paintings and sculptures.
Graslei is a scenic street along the Leie river in Ghent.
Van Steenberge brewery is a family-owned brewery located in the village of Ertvelde, in Belgium.
Familiepark Harry Malter is an intimate zoo combined with an amusement park.
The Boekentoren is a masterpiece of modernist architecture.
Saint Bavo's Abbey is a remarkable relic of medieval architecture.
