Bruges is located at the northwestern side of Belgium. It is also the largest and capital city of West Flanders. Around 430 hectares in size the city is one of the prominent world heritage sites. Bruges carries a lot of economic importance with the presence of the port and several other environmental factors. The origin of the city dates back to the first century BC. It is believed that the first fortification was built somewhere around the same time when Julius Caesar conquered Menapii. Since then the city has gained a lot of tourist attention. The wandering canals, medieval remains and various ornate houses add to the charm of the city. The friendly residents of Bruges welcome the tourists with warmth and help them visit the various tourist places like Market Halls, Belfry etc.
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People visiting Bruges never feel a lack of words to praise the city. Almost all the tourists are surprised and pleased with the hospitality and warmth of the hotels. Most of the places of interest are located at walk away distance which makes visiting even more convenient. The hotels are neat and clean and provide the tourists with every kind of help.
Some of the well known attraction of Bruges includes:
Church of Our Lady
One of the best places to be visited, this church carries a lot of religious and historic significance. The 122 meter long spire claimed to be the only Michelangelo status left is located at the church.
Groeninge Museum
This is a municipal museum and showcases a comprehensive collection of Belgium and Flemish painting. The museum has a distinct collection of painting dating back to the realist and neo classical period from the 18th and the 19th century. The post war modern art collection of the museum showcases the milestones of Belgium modernism and symbolism. Flemish Primitive art works by Baroque masters and renaissance can also be found in the museum.
Sint-Salvator Cathedral
This is one of the most important churches of the city. Althou, the church was not built to be a cathedral one; it gained its status back in the 19th century.
De Werf
It is an art center located the heart of the city. The center is mainly popular for the various concerts that take place over here. It also actively records CD’s for various musicians. Various children events and theatre pieces are also showcased at the art center.
Other activities
There are several other activities in which the tourists can actively involve themselves at Bruges.
Ronde van Vlaanderen cycle race
This is an annual cycle race which takes place in the month of April every year. Bruges happens to be the starting point of the race. This race is also the biggest sporting event held in the country.
The city is also full of football enthusiasts. The city is represented by two teams at the Jupiter league. Cercle Brugge K.S.V and Club Brugge are the two teams which play at the Jan Breydel Stadium.
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