Travel Eye on Bruges (Belgium)

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Overview:

Bruges is called : 'the Venice of the North'. This splendid medieval city is one of Belgium's crown jewels. In no other European city the feel and the look of medieval times are so present as here in this city close to the North Sea. The city is a delight to stroll around (except perhaps in mid-summer) - strikingly beautiful and yet perfectly compact. The cafés are the perfect spot to take in the atmosphere, and there are plentiful shops for chocoholics to gaze at in awe.

Bruges is easy to get to and difficult to leave. It is the most popular travel destination in Belgium and its economy is founded almost entirely on tourism. Despite the number of visitors, nothing can dilute the experience. You will be amazed but never disappointed.

Locality:

Bruges (Brugge in Flemish) is the capital of the province of West Flanders and lies about 100kms from Brussels, close to the port of Zeebrugge.

Entertainment/Facilities/Attractions/Things to do:

There's something for everyone in Bruges: fascinating museums tucked away in magnificent Gothic buildings, wonderful mediaeval churches containing ancient relics, and traditional breweries that have opened their doors to visitors for tours and tastings.

Bruges incredibly well-preserved medieval architecture makes it one of the most exciting tourist attractions in Europe. Besides architecture, sites to see include several museums:

First is the Groeninge Museum, with six centuries of paintings from different styles, including works by Jan van Eyck, a Flemish Primitive painter.

The Memling museum is also not to be missed, with the wooden Shrine of St. Ursula. Also, the only work of art by Michelangelo to leave Italy during his lifetime, can be seen in the Church of our Lady.

The Chapel of the Holy Blood also displays an ampul reputed to contain the blood of Christ.

Of course a visit to Bruges wouldn't be complete without a canal or carriage ride , sampling the chocolates and waffles, shopping for craft work including Bruges famous lace, visiting art galleries, climbing the belfry or trying several of the more than 350 available Belgian beers .