Belfry of Ghent (Ghent)

Belgium / Ost-Flandern / Gent / Ghent / Sint-Baafsplein
 tower, watch tower, belfry, UNESCO World Heritage Site, listed building / architectural heritage, 14th century construction

The belfry, one of the chief landmarks of the city, was built in the 14th century as a fortified watch tower with alarm bells.
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Coordinates:   51°3'13"N   3°43'29"E

Comments

  • The Belfort of Ghent, Part of the three important towers in Ghent. The three towers (Sint Baafs = saint bavo, Belfort and Sint Niklaas = saint nicolas) are standing next each other. It's also the logo of the city of Ghent