Het Gravensteen

Gravensteen (Gent)

castle in Ghent

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by Paul Hermans

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Het Gravensteen, also known as the Castle of the Counts, is a medieval fortress located in Ghent, Belgium. Constructed in the late 12th century by Count Philip of Alsace, it served as the residence of the Counts of Flanders. The castle boasts impressive stone walls, a central keep, and a moat, embodying the architectural style of the era. Over the centuries, it has functioned as a courthouse, prison, and even a cotton factory.

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