last edited Dec 11, 2019
Introduction to Ghent
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Ghent
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Overview of Ghent
Between Antwerp and Bruges, the city is a port, university, and cultural hub. Steeped in history, it boasts numerous buildings, particularly religious ones dating from the Middle Ages.
Key Facts
- Type of place: large city.
- Tourist interest: (recommended).
- Flemish name: Gent.
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- Local time: .
- Population: 260,341 inhabitants (2018).
- Area: 156.18 km²
- Altitude:
- Website: https://visit.gent.be/fr/home
History of Ghent
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