Antwerp Hotel Guide
Antwerp is a city in Belgium, which is a center of commerce. It
has a population of just under half a million people and is the
capital of Antwerpen province, one of the three areas of
Belgium. The city is situated on the right side of the Scheldt
River.
The city is quite old, its name being mentioned as far back as
the 4th century. It was the headquarters of Edward III, and the
golden age of the city is closely related to the Age of
Exploration. The city has had three economic booms in its
history, the first being the result of the pepper industry and
later silver.
When it comes to tourism, Antwerp is gravely underrated. This
can be considered bad or good depending on the tastes of the
traveler. If you want to travel off the beaten track to a city,
which isn't as well known as Brussels, Antwerp is a great place
for you.
Antwerp is one of the most important cities in Belgium when it
comes to culture and economy. Along with New York and South
Africa, Antwerp is one of the most important centers for the
diamond industry. The city also has a large seaport and is an
important area for oil refineries.
Very few cities perfectly mix the medieval with the modern, but
Antwerp does this well. You will be amazed by the castles and
Renaissance villas as you eat and drink at the local cafes. The
city is well known for its museums and galleries which
demonstrate artistically the different moods of the city.
Included in the art galleries are the works of the 15th century
Flemish Master Jan Van Eyck, and 17th century Baroque artists
such as Antoon Van Dyck. The city has also been given
international recognition as a city known for its fashion
design. Many students who have graduated from the Royal Academy
of Fine Arts have went on to become world famous designers.
Thos who enjoy wildlife will want to visit the Antwerp Zoo,
which is world famous and is located in the center of the city.
Next door to the Antwerp Zoo is the Central Sation, which
visitors will also want to see. Like Brussels, Antwerp is fairly
expensive, and visitors will want to bring ample sums of money
when touring this city.
If you are looking for a tourist spot where you can avoid the
large crowds and head off the beaten track, Antwerp is a city
you will want to visit