Ghent City Hall: Gothic on One Side, Renaissance on the Other
Ghent City Hall: a late-Gothic wing of 1519–1539 and a Renaissance wing of 1595–1618 on one block, and the Pacification Hall. Checked October 2026.
Saint Bavo’s Cathedral: A Gothic Icon of Ghent
Saint Bavo’s Cathedral (Sint-Baafskathedraal in Dutch) stands as a majestic testament to Ghent’s rich history and its enduring artistic legacy.
The Belfry of Ghent: A Gilded Dragon and the Bell Called Roland
The Belfry of Ghent: Belgium’s tallest belfry, its 1377 dragon, the Roland bell, the Hemony carillon and the Mammelokker jail gate. Checked October 2026.
St Nicholas’ Church in Ghent: The Merchants’ Church on Korenmarkt
St Nicholas’ Church in Ghent: the merchants’ church on Korenmarkt, its old lookout tower, the 1856 organ and the three-tower view. Checked October 2026.
St Michael’s Bridge in Ghent: Three Towers in One View
St Michael’s Bridge in Ghent: the 1905–1909 stone arch built for the 1913 World’s Fair, the St Michael lamp and the three-tower view. Checked October 2026.
St Michael’s Church in Ghent: Van Dyck and the Unfinished Tower
St Michael’s Church in Ghent: Van Dyck’s Crucifixion, a 134-metre spire that was never built, the free-beer story and the best view of Ghent. Checked October 2026.
Christopher Columbus’ House: A Glimpse into the Life of a Legend
The Christopher Columbus’ House, located in Genoa, Italy, offers a fascinating glimpse into the early life of one of history’s
Porta Soprana: A Gateway to Genoese History
Porta Soprana, a majestic medieval gate, stands as a powerful symbol of Genoa’s history and its enduring spirit. This imposing
Piazza De Ferrari in Genoa: The 1936 Fountain and the Opera House
Piazza De Ferrari in Genoa: the bronze fountain of 1936, the Carlo Felice opera house, the 1945 surrender and the duke behind the name. Checked October 2026.
Doge’s Palace: A Glimpse into the Heart of Genoese Power
Doge’s Palace, a majestic edifice dominating Piazza Matteotti in Genoa, Italy, stands as a powerful symbol of the city’s maritime
Cattedrale di San Lorenzo: A Genoese Icon
The Cattedrale di San Lorenzo stands as a majestic testament to Genoa’s rich history and profound religious heritage. This iconic
Palazzo San Giorgio in Genoa: The Bank, the Dragon and Marco Polo
Palazzo San Giorgio in Genoa: the 1260 town hall that became the Bank of St George, its painted St George façade and the Marco Polo legend. Checked October 2026.