Wednesday 7 August 2013

The City Hall of Brussels

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The City Hall of Brussels is a masterpiece of the Gothic civil architecture of the 15th century. The wealth inside also makes it one of the most luxurious city halls of the country. It possesses an important artistic and historic heritage (paintings, sculptures, tapestries).

Inside the City Hall various styles and time periods mix. The reconstruction by the States of Brabant left us a row of luxurious rooms in the style of Louis XIV at the beginning of the 18th century. Some are used for the meetings of the College and the City Council today.  

 Once in Grand Palace area you will be greeted by the old town hall tower with gothic style. The building was built in the 1400's by architect Jan Van Ruysbrueck architecture. At the top of the tower of the building is a statue of St. Michael who is destroying demons. It is an attractive building with arched windows, towers and adorned with sculptures.

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