This is a view on the belfry by night (heigt: 88 meters). This building dates from the 13th century and counts 366 stairs. It's housing a municipal Carillon comprising 47 bells. The city still employs a full-time bell ringer, Aimé Lombaért, who puts on regular free concerts. It houses the former city treasury, in which Bruges' valuables (money and royal charters) were once kept.
The building on the left side of the water is one of the most expensive hotels in Belgium and one of the most romantic in Europe, named 'Relais Bourgondisch Cruyce'. It has 16 rooms, but it's hard to find a free room, especially in this holliday season!
Tuesday, December 25, 2007
The Belfry
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3 comments:
A lovely shot. Looking forward to seeing and learning more about your city.
This is such a wonderful shot of one of my favourite towns in Europe.
I'm so happy you have decided to join the Daily Photo family :) Welcome!
Wonderful shot. Happy New Year.
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