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Quote: I visited Sint-Baafskathedral (St. Bavo's Cathedral) several times during my stay in Ghent. I wasn't looking for anything specific, I just felt like going back. Even though I had been there the day before, I didn't feel line it was a waste of... Read the full Saint Bavo Cathedral, Sint-Baafskathedraal review
From journal Caution - Belgium Will Sneak-up On You - Ghent II
Quote: You may visit Belgium but you must know that the Economic Capital of Europe is notthe only one that it is going to fullfill you because in Nothern Belgium the cities are incredible and amazing ones like the city of Ghent with all its beauties. Now i... Read the full Saint Bavo Cathedral, Sint-Baafskathedraal review
Quote: The imposing cathedral of St. Bavo’s (Sint-Baafskathedraal) with its square tower topped with four small spires is a recognisable silhouette on the skyline of Ghent.There has been a church on the site of St. Bavo’s Cathedral since 942, originally... Read the full Saint Bavo Cathedral, Sint-Baafskathedraal review
From journal Glorious Ghent
Quote: Displayed in one of the side chapels near to the entrance in St. Bavo’s Cathedral (Sint-Baafskathedraal) Jan and Hubert Van Eyck’s magnificent polyptych “The Adoration of the Mystic Lamb” is a wonderful example of early Renaissance art.The painting... Read the full Saint Bavo Cathedral, Sint-Baafskathedraal review
Quote: Construction on the upper church of Sint-Baafskathedraal began during the 14th Century. Built from 1462 to 1534 after a Gothic design by Jan Stassins, the bell tower on the west end (269 feet high) is also the entrance. The choir is High French... Read the full Saint Bavo Cathedral, Sint-Baafskathedraal review
From journal Bill in Belgium - GHENT
Quote: St Bavo Cathedral’s brick and granite bulk cast my bedroom in gloom. It was therefore just a few steps to explore its vastness. With the Belfort Tower and St-Nicholas tower, the tower of St Bravo dominates the medieval centre of the city.< At... Read the full Saint Bavo Cathedral, Sint-Baafskathedraal review
From journal Ghent – showcase of Flemish Wealth & Architecture
Quote: St. Bavo’s Cathedral has been entrusted with many treasures including the Adoration of the Mystic Lamb and a painting by Pieter Paul Rubens. Mass services are no longer held in the main church but in the underground chamber just beyond the ancient... Read the full Saint Bavo Cathedral, Sint-Baafskathedraal review
From journal Ghent-Somewhere between Heaven & Earth
Quote: Enter the Cathedral by the main portal- uniquely decorated by scenes of the Bible. Once inside you will enjoy the lighting and atmosphere of the head portal. Go to the right and have a look at a rococco/wooden pulpit- symbolizing "The tree of life... Read the full Saint Bavo Cathedral, Sint-Baafskathedraal review
From journal "Living in Belgium"
Quote: This is an awesome cathedral which is a combination of a few different architectural styles - mainly high gothic and late gothic. The main highlight of the cathedral though is the famous painting by Jan van Eyck and his brother: "The Adoration of... Read the full Saint Bavo Cathedral, Sint-Baafskathedraal review
From journal A day with a monk in Ghent
Quote: St. Bavo's Cathedral is a beautiful structure. It compares favorably to many of the great churches of Europe. In addition to the stained glass and normal church fare, it contains two significant art works. The best known is probably 'The... Read the full Saint Bavo Cathedral, Sint-Baafskathedraal review
From journal Day Trip to Ghent