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A district in Antwerp in the southeastern part of the city, Deurne is most likely the first place you will see when entering Belgium because this is the site of the Antwerp International Airport. Near the airport is the air-travel museum, called the "Stampe en Vertongen-luchtvaartmuseum." Also in this district is the Rivierenhof, a large park (130 hectares) where culture, exercise and fresh air can all be found. Made to attract people of all ages, the park includes a rose garden, an outdoor theatre, a petting zoo and a fairy-tale house as well as a small restaurant. The mixture between the old castles (such as the kasteel Sterckshof, which now hosts a silver museum) and the modern feel brought on by the airport makes Deurne a great locale to demonstrate the diversity of Belgian culture. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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This district is named Justitie Harmonie because of the Justitiestraat ("justice street") where the old courthouse stands and Harmoniepark (Harmony Park) is located. Known for being a mainly residential area with higher standards of living, this area has little urban activity. This is a very beautiful district, but it is certainly not a tourist hot spot. However, there are occasional concerts at Harmoniepark. Housing in this area tends to be large and the goods sold here are high-quality. This district's most appealing aspect is the peace and quiet that it can offer to any visitors. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Antwerp has also earned a place among the fashion cities of the world thanks to the efforts of numerous young Flemish fashion designers who have received international acclaim. Some of them include Nadine Wynants, the extravagant Walter van Beirendonck and the popular Ann De Meulemeester. You can find the new fashion district of Antwerp around Nationalestraat and the more mainstream boutiques in the back streets of Huidervetterstraat. Some great window-shopping guaranteed. This part of town is also known as the Quartier Latin. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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The main "red light" district of Antwerp is situated in what is called Schipperskwartier ("Sailors' Quarter"), which is the area between Sint Paulusstraat and Brouwersvliet. In fact, the area is not very far removed from the main tourist area around the Grote Markt square. The mood of the district is not quite that of Amsterdam, but it is normally a safe place to make some mischief and have a night out on the town. The area's origins come from a wave of Russian immigrants who can still be seen selling various goods on the street at very low prices. Although many precautions have been taken and the district is constantly being renovated and modernized, the carefree spirit of the Sailors' Quarter can still be felt. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Many of the splendid architectural highlights can be found in the old city which is the area around the Review © 2007, Wcities |
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The south of Antwerp houses its main attraction, the Koninklijk Museum voor Schone Kunsten (Royal Museum of Fine Arts). This temple for the arts houses a large collection of paintings by some of Antwerp's most prized painters -- Rubens, Van Dijck and Jordaens. However, if this gallery isn't exactly your cup of tea, there are plenty more to explore in this neighbourhood. Try the Museum van Hedendaagse Kunst Antwerpen (Museum of Contemporary Art) or the personal gallery of Hans Beers at Kunstgalerij Isabella Brant. Although high housing costs used to scare away the younger crowd from this area, a price drop in the 1980s brought a more "youthful" crowd to the area. Now you'll find many fine brasseries and bistros that serve great food at reasonable prices, priding themselves on the diversity and quality of the food. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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The southernmost district of Antwerp, Wilrijk is the home of the Geitestoet, a parade that occurs every five years. This day of festivities, which is traditionally finished off by a fireworks display, is next scheduled to occur on September 19th of 2010. If you're planning to visit before 2010, try visiting the annual market that is hosted every year during the second weekend of August. Still doesn't fit your plans? Don't worry-- at least you won't miss out on the food. Typical Belgian hand-foods are always available here, especially waffles (either Liege or Brussels-style) and packets of fries (typically served with mayonnaise!). In addition to upbeat bars and parks to attract those of all ages, a cultuurcentrum "De Kern" (culture centre) is located in Wilrijk with the goal of making culture more available to the common person. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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