Post Plaza, Ghent

The Old Post Office of Ghent is set in the historic center of the city. It is not an especially old building, as it was constructed in the early 20th century, but it blends perfectly with the medieval buildings of the city. You will recognize it by its high clock tower. There are many decorative statues on the building. It is a good example of the beautiful neo-Gothic style of architecture.

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Sight Name: Post Plaza
Sight Location: Ghent, Belgium (See walking tours in Ghent)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark

Walking Tours in Ghent, Belgium

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Ghent's Historical Buildings

The medieval city of Ghent is full of wonderful old buildings, some dating back as far as the 12th-13th centuries. Medieval buildings are indeed everywhere here, and if you're interested in the heritage fit to capture you imagination, you will find plenty of it in Ghent’s historic downtown.

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Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.8 Km or 1.7 Miles

Ghent Introduction Walking Tour

Some historians believe "Ghent" comes from the Celtic word, "ganda." "Ganda" meant a confluence, as with two rivers. There are traces of human settlements as far back as the stone age at the confluence of the rivers Scheldt and Leie in Belgium.

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Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.7 Km or 1.1 Miles