Saint-Gilles - Sint-Gillis, Municipality in Brussels-Capital Region, Belgium.
Description
Saint-Gilles is a municipality in the Brussels-Capital Region characterized by narrow streets, outdoor markets, and closely spaced residential buildings. The area has a dense urban layout with a major railway station offering international travel and is served by multiple tram and bus routes.
History
The area grew from a small hamlet in the 11th century to an independent parish in 1216. The neighborhood expanded during the 19th century as urban development brought increasing prosperity and density to the district.
Culture
The neighborhood is known for its ornate residential buildings with curved lines and decorative details that line the streets. Walking through, you notice how these homes with their distinctive facades have shaped the area's character over time.
Practical
The area is easily accessible by public transport, with a railway station providing connections to national and international destinations. Multiple tram and bus lines serve the neighborhood, making it simple to move around the different parts of the municipality.
Did you know?
The town hall displays French Renaissance Revival architecture with an ornate entrance hall and a distinctive bell tower. This building was constructed in the early 1900s and stands out for its elaborate decoration and impressive proportions.
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Horta Museum
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Prison of Saint-Gilles
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Fortifications of Brussels
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Great Synagogue of Europe
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Aegidium
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Athénée Robert Catteau
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Hôtel Hannon
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Hankar House
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Egmont Park
1.5 km
Pro-Cathedral of the Holy Trinity
1.3 km
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Counts of Egmont and Horn
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Town hall of Saint-Gilles/Sint-Gillis
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Forest park
713 m
Villa Beau-Site
614 m
Hôtel de Mérode-Westerloo
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899 m
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