Rabot, Medieval defensive monument in Ghent, Belgium.
The Rabot consists of two substantial stone towers flanking a central building positioned over the Lieve river to control water traffic.
The citizens of Ghent constructed this fortification in 1489 to commemorate their successful resistance against the troops of Maximilian of Austria.
This defensive structure represents the last remaining segment of Ghent's medieval fortifications, which originally extended for fourteen kilometers.
The central building of the Rabot enabled the inspection of each vessel entering the city via the Lieve river during medieval times.
Between 1985 and 2001, the monument underwent significant restoration, transforming into a multifunctional space through private sponsorship efforts.
Location: Ghent
Address: Rabotstraat
GPS coordinates: 51.06042,3.71319
Latest update: May 28, 2025 06:27
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