"Het Pand", a former Dominican monastery, is located in the historical centre of the city, on the banks of the river "Leie". The oldest parts of this impressive building date from the 13th century. During five centuries it was extended and refashioned in different styles. Since its rehabilitation and restoration, finished in 1991, "Het Pand" has been offering a wide range of possibilities for the organisation of scientific congresses and cultural events. "Het Pand" houses some valuable collections, such as the rich ethnographical and archaeological collections of the university, the Museum for the History of Medicine, full-size photographs of paintings of Brueghel and Early Flemish Masters, and an interesting collection of stained glass.

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Strolling through Ghent is also an adventurous travel through history. Ghent is one of the most beautiful historic cities in Europe. The city has dozens of unique buildings, representing 1,000 years of history. The Castle of the Counts, St Bavo’s Cathedral with the Adoration of the Mystic Lamb (Van Eyck), the Belfry, the Flemish Opera, are only a small selection of the numerous places of interest Ghent has to offer. You will hardly ever find such a diversity of architectural styles and treasures of which most are protected as national heritage by UNESCO.

National Geographic Traveler Magazine places Ghent third in its global ranking of authentic destinations!

Ghent is not only a city of culture, but also of knowledge. The Ghent University has an international reputation and is a preferred university for prominent scientists. Major international congresses are part of the day to day life in Ghent. The presence of 50,000 students leaves a dynamic mark on the city and this surely adds to its lively atmosphere.