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In a unique way, the beautiful Ghent has managed to preserve its medieval power while keeping up with the times. Ghent was one of the biggest cities in Western Europe at the end of the Middle Ages, renowned for its textile industry. Today it is the third biggest city of Belgium and one of the most beautiful ones. The city centre alone is a showcase of medieval Flemish wealth and commercial success. Nearby Bruges may be cuter, but Ghent is more of a real city, and has better museums, better nightlife, restaurants and is not that touristy.
Modern Ghent certainly cannot be overlooked either. The city has an significant port, thanks to the canal Ghent Terneuzen which allows sea going vessels to bring their products to the city and its industrial hinterland. The tourist will not have eyes enough to admire the awesome architectural wealth, which offers a splendid combination of impressiveness and idyllic charm of the proud and (in former times) often rebellious city of Ghent. The major attractions are the Counts Castle, the Belfry and Saint Bavons Cathedral, not to forget the splendid Graslei. Also renowned are the Ghent Festivities, the biggest street theater festival in Europe. Each year around the end of July, street artists from all over the world come to Ghent giving street performance at every possible hour at the festival, lasting 10 days. At the same time, other festivals take location like the technofestival 10 days off, the jazzfestival Bluenote and the Latino Music Festival Pole Pole with a huge stage over the main river in Ghent. Apart from this, many rock bands perform and many side activities are organized. |
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This is the complete list of Ghent hostels and other types of cheap accommodation such as cheap hotels, B&B s and guest houses in Ghent, Belgium which you can book online free now with Hostel Bookers.
For more information about a single hostel, you can click the the hostel link from the list below. All hostels in Ghent are hand picked and they are proven to be backpacker friendly. Check hostel photos, read customer reviews and if you are satisfied, you can book you dorm bed or private room from our site for free. |
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Guesthouse Poortackere
A little corner of paradise here on earth. A feeling of peace, freedom and unconcern comes over you in this neogothic guesthouse...
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Hotel Castel
The comfortable rooms have all modern conveniences: * Bathroom with shower and toilet * Telephone with internet connection * Television * Children beneath 8 years are free of charge...
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