What's in That Belfry? Tour Ghent's Belfort

Six stories of fascinating history surrounds one of Flander's finest Belforts (or belfries if you wish). Here's where the town's important documents were kept, and where the watchmen warned of invaders and announced the market openings. The Ghent tower also hosts a 54 bell carrillon, considered one of the finest in the world--and each of the bells is adorned with a virgin and a lion. Find out why. And, of course, we have a virtual tour of the tower and of the incredible view of medieval Ghent from the top.