Ghent

Castle of the Counts
The 12th century Castle of the Counts was restored in "romantic" fashion in the late 19th century. The castle was the residence of the counts of Flanders and seat of the central administration and court of justice (Raad van Vlaanderen) from the middle ages until the 18th century. After having been sold it was totally transformed with other buildings into a factory, even housing workers at some point. Bought again by the city and the state, a reappraisal and restoration began in the 19th century, eventually turning it into one of Ghent's major tourist attractions.
The historic centre
The historic centre (de Kuip) of Ghent with the medieval towers of the St. Bavon Cathedral, the Belfry and the St. Nicholas 'Church, the old harbour (Graslei) and St. Michaels' Church. In the distance can be seen the towers of the Universitary Library and the St. Peter's Abbey.
The Three Towers
The most famous view of the old city centre with St. Nicholas' Church, the Belfry and St. Bavo's Cathedral.
The Belfry
The 14th century Belfry, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site, was in the Middle Ages the place where the municipal privileges were kept under lock and key, symbolizing the city’s independence. The adjoining cloth hall represents the Ghent's prosperity. Standing 91 metres tall, the Belfry also served as the main watch tower.
St. Nicholas' Church
The 13th-century St. Nicholas' Church (Sint-Niklaaskerk). On the right can be seen one of the bells from the nearby Belfry, symbolizing the legendary Roeland Bell (Klokke Roeland), tolling whenever there was danger.