Beguinage of Aarschot

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Beguinage of Aarschot

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Beguinage of Aarschot, Religious complex in Aarschot, Belgium.

The Beguinage of Aarschot contains whitewashed houses arranged around a central courtyard with gardens reflecting medieval architectural traditions.

Founded in the thirteenth century, this beguinage provided an independent living space for unmarried women who dedicated their lives to religious service without formal vows.

The buildings of the beguinage represent a specific form of communal living that allowed women to maintain autonomy while participating in religious and social activities.

Located near public transportation routes, the beguinage includes informational panels that detail the historical significance and daily operations of the former religious community.

This beguinage maintains its original spatial organization with individual houses, demonstrating how medieval women created structured communities outside traditional monastic systems.

Location: Aarschot

GPS coordinates: 50.98571,4.83005

Latest update: May 27, 2025 17:45

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