Belgian thoughts

              I was thinking these days about Bruges and Ghent, two beautiful smart cities with a medieval air that bring you into a fairy-like world. Imagine huge castles and cathedrals with a remarkable well preserved medieval architecture surrounded by historical quarried paths and horse drawn carriages. The markets where you could get fresh food or simply watch the people who cook next to you make you want to stay or live a long time around there among the ancient buildings.
               Vintage shops and little boutiques invite you to draw upon their exclusive pieces for your wardrobe and then to taste from the largest variety of delicious chocolate and for the beer drinkers there is the delight of hundreds sorts of beer with loads of flavours nicely bottled or simply served in narrow long pints. I also have to mention about the crocheted lace of  Bruges, the most refined of the textile arts, much appreciated this filigree hand technique that has always been a symbol of this community.
              The walls and canals make a circuit through the cathedrals and bridges and reminds a little about Venice, very romantic, inspiring and quiet place.


               Would you like to travel over the medieval landscape ? Be one of the virtual bystanders watching In Bruges movie (2008), directed and written by Martin McDonagh, a close view to the small and stylish city.



Love,
Ana Maria
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