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St. Nicholas' Cathedral, Ghent

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#6 of 31 in Historic Sites in Ghent
Church · Hidden Gem · Tourist Spot
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  • By dunadan
    This impressive church, right on the main square in Ghent, is an imposing presence. When we visited on our summer holiday, the Nave of the church was open, as it was hosting a flea market, with...  more »
  • By Guinness96049
    A pity - they are open to visitors only during the summer half year. The outside architechture looks extremely interesting, both in daylight and even more so in the evening when it is illuminated.  more »
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