Antwerp: Historical Place
Places and attractions in the Historical place category
Categories
- Museum
- Specialty museum
- Art museum
- Historical place
- History museum
- Church
- Forts and castles
- Area
- Park
- Unesco
- Architecture
- Monuments and statues
- Art gallery
- Sport
- Sport venue
- Concert hall
City Hall
Antwerp City Hall, an emblematic landmark located in the heart of Antwerp, Belgium, is a testament to the city's rich history and architectural grandeur. Constructed between 1561 and 1565, this Renaissance building flaunts a fusion of Flemish and Italian influences, a...
Plantin-Moretus Museum
Museum of printing in 16th-century house The Plantin-Moretus Museum is a remarkable historical site nestled in the heart of Antwerp, Belgium. This UNESCO World Heritage-listed museum is a testament to the city's rich history in the printing industry, offering an authentic glimpse into the life and work of the...
Het Steen
Het Steen, a historical fortress in the heart of Antwerp, Belgium, is a testament to the city's medieval past. This castle, whose name translates to "The Stone," is the oldest surviving building in Antwerp and has been a fixture on the banks of the Scheldt River since...
Cathedral of Our Lady
Iconic 1300s edifice with art by Rubens The Cathedral of Our Lady, located in the heart of Antwerp, Belgium, stands as a magnificent example of Gothic architecture and an iconic landmark of the city. Construction of the cathedral began in the 14th century and continued for over 170 years, reaching completion...
Rubenshuis
Museum in former mansion home of Rubens The Rubenshuis, nestled in the heart of Antwerp, Belgium, is a museum dedicated to the life and work of the prolific Flemish Baroque artist Peter Paul Rubens. This historic house, where Rubens lived and worked from 1610 until his death in 1640, has been meticulously...
Vleeshuis
Nestled in the heart of Antwerp, Belgium, the Vleeshuis (Butcher's Hall) stands as a testament to the city's rich history and cultural heritage. This remarkable museum, once a center for the city's meat trade, delves into the past to present a multifaceted story of...
Sint-Pauluskerk
Nestled in the heart of Antwerp, Belgium, stands the majestic Sint-Pauluskerk, a church that epitomizes the artistic and architectural heritage of this vibrant city. This baroque church, dating back to the early 17th century, is a testament to the rich history...
St. James' Church
Landmark Gothic church with Rubens' tomb St. James' Church is a former Collegiate church in Antwerp, Belgium. The church is built on the site of a hostel for pilgrims to Santiago de Compostela. The present building is the work of the Waghemakere family and Rombout Keldermans, in Brabantine Gothic style. The church contains the grave of Peter Paul Rubens in the eastern chapel.
Diamond District
Antwerp's diamond district, also known as the Diamond Quarter, and dubbed the Square Mile, is an area within the city of Antwerp, Belgium. It consists of several square blocks covering an area of about one square mile.
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