Saint Bavo's Cathedral

Also Refered As:

Sint-Baafskathedraal

Saint Bavo's Cathedral, Ghent Overview

Saint Bavo's Cathedral, located on city center of Ghent, is a renowned Gothic cathedral known for its architectural grandeur and significant art treasures. The current Gothic structure, constructed between the 14th and 16th centuries, features an imposing 89-meter-tall tower, intricate stone carvings, and stunning stained-glass windows. It is most famous for Ghent Altarpiece, also known as the Adoration of the Mystic Lamb, a masterpiece by the Van Eyck brothers. It also showcases several other religious artworks.

The cathedral's origins date back to a 10th-century chapel dedicated to Saint John the Baptist. Over the centuries, it evolved into a Romanesque church in the 12th century, with remnants still visible in the crypt. Its crypt houses remnants of the original Romanesque church and offers insight into the building's extensive history. The interior houses numerous chapels, each adorned with religious artworks, including the famed Ghent Altarpiece. Utilize the AR experience in the visitors' center for an enhanced understanding of the Altarpiece.

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