BRUGES - A MEDIVAL CITY

Bruges is an ancient city in Belgium, in Falmish the city is called brugge. It was established 2000 years ago as a Gallic Roman settlement of farmers and merchants trading with England and Gaul. In 1200s the city became an important international trade center. Bruges lived its most wealthy and luxury days in the 15th century. As a trade port many goods were sent to England, Iskandinavia (Viking Land) and Russia and visa versa..

These days ended by the 16th century, silt clogged the harbor and killed the economy. Days, years, centuries passed, renaissance, industry age, space era changed the world but like the sleeping beauty Bruges stayed as a gothic, medieval city.

After seeing a Collin Farrell (he was the leading actor not the director) film "The Bruges" in 2008 I wanted to visit this city. Last month we made a great Benelux + Paris tour, visited 9 cities in just 8 days'!!

I had only 2 hours to spend in Bruges, As I am interested in painting, I wanted to visit Groeningemuseum, I have read that in 15th century the famoust Flemish primitive style of painting evolved in Bruges. Hans Memling and Jan Van Eyck were the famous painters at that time. Most of their paintings are still in Bruges in Groeningemuseum but I was unable to see them due to lack of time. Nex time I hope to visit the museum.

Having just a glimps of the city in Just two hours, what I liked most are:

Horse Carriages: A horse drawn carriage is a perfect vehical for a city tour. These carriages suit the lovely medivial buildings, it seems for me romantic to have a ride with these carriages.

Medivial Buildings : The Holy Blood Church, Church of Our Lady are fancinating. I had the chance to see some primitive pictures in those churches. Also in the Church of The Old Lady you can see a a white marble sculpture of the Madonna and Child created by Michelangelo around 1504. The Holy Blood Church interested me a lot as this old church that was constructed in 1256 has many relics taken from the churches in Costantinope (Istanbul) during crusade.

The city hall also is very attactive as a building and I took many photos of it.

Markt Square : There are many cafes and restaurants. Historical and lively place.

Chocolate : So many variaties:))) The shops are all historical buildings, where families pass chocolate recipies to the next generation.

Snow and Ice Sculpture Festival Bruges 2011 Ninth edition this year between November 25, 2011 until January 15, 2012
The national Snow and Ice Sculpture Festival in Bruges present its ninth edition this year. This interactive winter experience is unique in Europe.

With just some sand and water, artists from around the world create a fantasy world full of emotions and adventures. Discover the magical world of Disneyland Paris during this extraordinary exhibition.

This year the international Snow & Ice Sculpture Festival in Bruges is proud to announce a world first: its own unique interpretation of Disneyland Paris! A fascinating adventure, a surprise packed voyage of discovery in the fantastic world of snow and ice! After your adventure through the ice you can enjoy a heart-warming glass "in the rocks" at the ice bar or warm up in the nostalgic tent of mirrors.

NEW FESTIVAL 2012-2013

The traditional festival will take place at the railway station of Bruges ; from 23 November 2012 until 6 January 2013.

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Source: Telegraph