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st bavo's cathedral


The Saint Bavo Cathedral, towering at 89 meters, is a majestic Gothic cathedral located in Ghent, Belgium. It serves as the seat of the diocese of Ghent and is dedicated to Saint Bavo, who is venerated in the region. The cathedral is renowned for housing the Ghent Altarpiece, also known as the Adoration of the Mystic Lamb, which is a significant work of the Northern Renaissance and one of Belgium's greatest artistic treasures. This masterpiece, created by the brothers Hubert and Jan van Eyck, continues to draw visitors from around the world, captivated by its history and beauty.