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Église Saint-Jean-Baptiste-au-Béguinage - Sint-Jan Baptist ten Begijnhofkerk

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Église Saint-Jean-Baptiste-au-Béguinage - Sint-Jan Baptist ten Begijnhofkerk, Brussels
Photo: Michel wal, CC BY-SA 3.0 (Wikimedia Commons)

Built between 1657 and 1676 as a Baroque temple, it differs from the Gothic Cathedral of Saints Michael and Gudula in architectural style.

The Church of Saint John the Baptist at the Beguinage is a Baroque temple built between 1657 and 1676. It was erected on the site of a former chapel of the Beguines, who settled here in the 13th century. It stands out with its impressive facade featuring three portals and two towers. The interior is adorned with works of art, including paintings and richly carved altars, testifying to its former splendor.

How long does it take to visit Église Saint-Jean-Baptiste-au-Béguinage - Sint-Jan Baptist ten Begijnhofkerk?

Plan about 45 min.

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