Gent, Belgium
Sint-Baafsplein
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+32 92692045
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
It goes without saying that this cathedral is most famous for the stunning Adoration of the Mystic Lamb panels, created more than 500 years ago by the Van Eyck brothers. Other than that, there is a very long corridor on the other side of the altar, containing some beautifully decorated chapels as well as a makeshift studio where one can sometimes catch glimpses of the painting's panels when they are being restored. On the side, there is a small but well-stocked shop that has some lovely Christmas decoration during November and December.
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Beautiful cathedral, would definitely recommend even if you only have 5 min spare during your visit.
The cathedral is placed on main square. It has superb gothic architecture. Van Eycks' altarpiece is a masterpiece of late gothic painting. You will be surprised by skeleton of a whale.
I always get this feeling of peace when I step into the cathedral - but this year especially so with the Christma decorations. This is the place I flee to when thimgs get too much for me but I am also proud to take my visitors on a tour...
It's obvious that the Van Eyck altarpiece in the cathedral is one of the central reasons Ghent is on traveller's map. So yes, it is an amazing painting. Nevertheless St Baafs is also a great cathedral. Anyone who appreciates gothic religious architecture will visit with great joy.
A cathedral in the middle of the market, a good calm place to sit outside. A large seating space available inside. On the outside, there are a lot of small shops for souvenirs and truck stalls to grab a quick bite. The timings depend on the days of week and holidays. Extremely beautiful interiors.
Has a huge skelet of an animal inside... Beautiful old church.
Fine cathedral, lots of interesting artwork around. Didn't bother with the Alter-piece, we've seen many, you can overdose in Antwerp on them, but there is a clothed version of Adam and Eve on display to suit 19th century sensibilities, which rather missed the point I guess. The crypt is worth a quick peek, showing old foundations and brick coffins, no bodies I'm afraid.
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