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Europe’s largest port has
lain in the shadow of nearby
Amsterdam for far too long.
Although largely razed to the
ground during the Second
World War and therefore
short of historical landmarks,
it’s still a fascinating city.
With its skyscrapers, port,
highly regarded museums
and trendy cafés and food
markets, it’s a city with plenty
to offer for a short break.
Nederlands Fotomuseum is
worth a visit before a wander
round Fenix Food Factory, and
don’t miss Markthal, Holland’s
biggest indoor market.
ThisBelgiancityis often
overlooked in favour of its
more famous neighbours
Bruges and Brussels, but
Ghent is an utter gem with
plenty of medieval history.
Its most important
cathedral, St Bavo’s, is
famous for the striking
altarpiece, dating from
1432, with painted panels
evoking scenes from the
Bible. The panels are
undergoing restoration
work – the most iconic,
the Adoration of the
Mystic Lamb, has justbeen completed and is
something not to miss.
Elsewhere, stroll around
the Graslei and Korenlei
quays by the river Lys,
enjoy the gastronomic
scene and explore its
historic Castle of the
Counts,builtin 1180.Ghent
Rotterdam
Doubleroomsatthe
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for yourcamerato snapthe
Cube Houses,a collectionof
tilted cube-shapedapartments.
One ofthemis amuseumif
you fancya peekinside.
For apanoramicviewof
the city,headforEuromast,
a 600ftobservationtower.
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over theriverMaas.If it’s
clear, youcanwatchthesun
set behindthecityskyline.The spectacular
Rotterdam skyline