Anderlecht Gate, Octroi gate in Pentagon, Brussels, Belgium
Anderlecht Gate is a neoclassical structure at the intersection of Boulevard Maurice Lemonnier and Boulevard du Midi with symmetrical design and stone walls. Today it houses the Brussels Sewer Museum and serves as a key landmark in this part of the city.
The gate was built in 1833 under architect Auguste Payen's direction as part of the city's toll collection system. It was constructed when Brussels outgrew medieval fortifications and needed administrative checkpoints for goods entering the city.
The gate takes its name from the neighboring Anderlecht district and continues to shape the character of this corner of Brussels. Visitors see here a piece of urban history integrated into the modern city landscape.
The structure sits at a busy street corner and is easily accessible by public transport. Visiting the museum inside requires time to explore the underground spaces and exhibits at a comfortable pace.
Inside are the original tax collection offices where officials once calculated duties on incoming goods. These rooms offer a direct glimpse into the daily operations of a 19th-century administrative system.
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