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Ghent often falls in the shadow of its more famous neighbor, Bruges, but promises an equally captivating experience without ...

For those yearning for the medieval allure of Bruges minus the tourist throngs, Ghent in Belgium is a hidden jewel waiting to be discovered. A mere 65-minute flight from the UK, this lively city ...

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