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the first time you go to Brussels. You don't have much time
to spend ? Here are the must see churches you have to visit
while in Brussels !!! |
Sainte
Gudule / Michael Church
The building of the Cathedral (which used to be the collegiate
church of St.Michael and St.Gudula) started at the beginning
of the 13th century on the orders of Henry the 1st, duke of
Brabant... Click here |
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Saint Nicholas Church
The church was named after Saint Nicholas, the patron
saint of the traders, which was not surprising because the trade
center, the market, was just around the corner. Click
here |
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The Church of St-Jean
Baptiste du Béguinage
Attributed to the L.Fay-d'Herbe, this church is a remarkable
illustration of the 17th century Italo-Flemish Baroque style.
It's facade is considered as one of the most Beautiful in
Belgium. Where is it located : It's located at 500 meters
of the Stock Market of Brussels. Click
here for a full size image
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The church of Saint-Catherine
Built on the site of an old 17h century church, it
was designed by the architects Poelaert and Jansse and aims
at originality through a mixture of various styles. The collection
of paintings makes the church worth visiting. Click
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The Church of Notre
dame de Bon secours...
One of the most gracious Flemish Renaissance churches, it is
nevertheless the one which is furthest from the typical flemish
style in the hexagonal form of its plan and its short naves.
The coats of arms which decorate it are those of Charles of
Lorraine.
Where is it located : It's located at 100 of the Place Fontainas.
Near the Midi street... |
The Church of Notre
Dame du Finistère
This 18th century church is built on the site of a chapel founded
in the 15th century and called "venstersterre. A gothic
virgin, Notre dame du bon succès, is venerated there.
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The Church of Madeleine
The Baroque facade of the former chapel of Saint-anne, was added
to this charming 15th century Gothic oratory. |
The Church of Notre
Dame de Laeken
Constructed in the 19th century and dedicated to Louise-Marie,
first queen of the Belgians, it contains the Royal Crypt. At
the cemetary are buried a number of Well-known personalities.
Among the works of art decorating the tombs and chapels is the
famous "thinker", by Auguste Rodin... |
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