St. Nicholas’ Church (Sint-Niklaaskerk)
Ghent, Belgium
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- Height
- 249′
- Type
- Catholic church in Ghent, Belgium
Visitor information
- Address: Cataloniëstraat, 9000 Gent, Belgium
- Phone: +32 9 269 14 82
- Official website: http://www.sintniklaaskerk.be/
People also ask
How old is the St Nicholas Church Ghent?
The Sint-Niklaas (Saint Nicholas) church is one of the three famous towers in Ghent, Belgium (photo Pascal Van Acker). Erected in the 13th century, this monument has stood for nearly 800 years.
What is the tradition of St. Nicholas in Belgium?
December 6th is a special day for children in Belgium. On the eve of Saint Nicholas' Day, children leave a shoe or a boot in front of the fireplace or the front door, hoping to wake up to find it filled with candy and gifts from Saint Nicholas. This lively tradition gave birth to the North American Santa Claus.