Among the city's standout attractions is St Bavo's Cathedral, an architectural marvel that is home to Van Eyck's "Ghent Altarpiece," one of the world's most celebrated and venerated artworks.

Belgium's third-largest city, Ghent is located at the confluence of the Lys and Scheldt rivers. Known as the "City of Art," it's a town created by merchants who prospered and poured their riches ...