Antwerp, Belgium

A port city in the north of Belgium, situated on both shores of the Scheldt River. It is considered the second-largest city in Belgium and the second-largest port in Europe. Antwerp is called the diamond capital of the world, because the largest amount of diamonds in the world passes through this city.
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Antwerp impresses with its combination of many cultural monuments and modern architectural objects. One of the main landmarks of the city is the central station, as well as the oldest building in the city – the Steen Castle.
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Fans of modern architecture will love the MAS museum («MAS | Museum aan de Stroom»), where you can learn about the history of the city, see many art objects, and enjoy a panoramic view of Antwerp.
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If you like to be active, the city offers a lot of nightclubs, jazz clubs and concert venues.
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As a souvenir in Antwerp you can buy a traditional city treat – cookies in the shape of a palm «antwerpse handjes», which refers to the legend of the origin of the city. It is a special cookie with a secret recipe that only a few producers know and pass it down from generation to generation.