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Cities of Belgium - A Travel Guide of Art and History: A Comprehensive Guide to the Belgian Cathedrals, Churches and Art Galleries - Bruges, Ghent, Brussels, Antwerp
Cities of Belgium A Travel Guide of Art and History A Comprehensive Guide to the Belgian Cathedrals Churches and Art Galleries Bruges Ghent Brussels Antwerp Author:Maxime Jensens The Medieval architecture, artwork and religious buildings of Belgium are treasures to behold, rich in significance and beauty. Tragically, many travel guides simply brush over these beautiful creations as mere items to check off a list during sightseeing in what is the very heart of Flemish culture. By contrast, Belgian Cities - A Travel Guide... more » of Art and Historydesigned for tourists wanting to achieve an in-depth understanding during their perusals the wondrous achievements in painting, sculpture and design pioneered in the Belgian cities. Rich yet accessible descriptions of the most significant works, guidance through the hidden gems and old town districts, abound here, spurring the reader to sublime comprehension. It is designed as a companion to a more general city guide, to be read as you tour and take in the many breathtaking works of art and ancient designs that the cities of Bruges, Ghent, Antwerp and the capital Brussels contain. In reading this book composed by lecturer of art and heritage architecture Maxime Jensens, you will imbue your journey with enlightenment. You will conclude your journey to Belgium not simply with the happy memories of having seen and enjoyed the gorgeous culture, cuisine and fine hospitality - but with a vivid, intense understanding of how significant and inseparable the country's art and architecture are from its very fabric of being.« less