Full moon over Ghent's Graslei (black and white) by Jeroen de Jongh Photography

About "Full moon over Ghent's Graslei (black and white)"

by Jeroen de Jongh Photography

About the artwork

Ghent is a city in the Flemish region of Belgium. It is known for its well-preserved medieval architecture and vibrant cultural scene. Ghent's history dates back to the Middle Ages, when it was one of the largest and richest cities in Europe, thanks mainly to its thriving textile industry and strategic location at the confluence of the Scheldt and Leie rivers.

Today, Ghent is celebrated for its picturesque canals, imposing cathedrals and impressive historical monuments such as the Castle of the Counts, St Bavo's Cathedral, Ghent's Belfry and the Graslei and Korenlei canals. The city also has a lively atmosphere with numerous museums, art galleries, theatres and music venues. Ghent is known for its annual cultural events, including the Gentse Feesten, a 10-day music and theatre festival, and the Gent Light Festival, which transforms the city into a dazzling display of light art.

The Graslei is a street in the historic centre of the Belgian city of Ghent. The Graslei forms the quay on the right bank of the Leie. The quay and street on the left bank is the Korenlei. It lies between the Grasbrug and Sint-Michielsbrug bridges.

From the 11th century, trading activities grew along these quays and this became the city's port. St Michael's Church and St Nicholas' Church came into being on both sides of the Lys near this port. The townscape of the Graslei and Korenlei was protected as a landscape in 1952 and in 1994 both quays, their surroundings and the adjacent buildings were also protected as a townscape.