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La Grand-Place, Brussels
Belgium
Date of Inscription: 1998
Criteria: (ii)(iv) City of Brussels, Brussels-Capital Region N50 50 48.1 E4 21 08.7 Ref: 857 |
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Brief Description
La Grand-Place in Brussels is a remarkably homogeneous body of public and private buildings, dating mainly from the late 17th century. The architecture provides a vivid illustration of the level of social and cultural life of the period in this important political and commercial centre.
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Justification for Inscription
Criterion ii: The Grand-Place is an outstanding example of the eclectic and highly successful blending of architectural and artistic styles that characterizes the culture and society of this region.
Criterion iv: Through the nature and quality of its architecture and of its outstanding quality as a public open space, the Grand-Place illustrates in an exceptional way the evolution and achievements of a highly successful mercantile city of northern Europe at the height of its prosperity.
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