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Antwerp Central Station
Antwerp, Belgium
A railway station so grand it is often called a railway cathedral.
Church, mosque or temple · Belgium · Flanders
Cathedral of Our Lady
A soaring Gothic cathedral with paintings by Rubens.
Paid entry about 60 min
For storytellers
Why Cathedral of Our Lady matters
Antwerp's cathedral is a vast Gothic church, and its tall spire is visible across the city. Inside, you can see altarpieces by Rubens, including a famous Descent from the Cross. The interior is spacious, bright and impressive.
Talking points
- It houses major paintings by Rubens.
- The spire dominates the skyline.
- The interior is bright and spacious.
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