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Belgium

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The imposing main tower of the Hotel de Ville/Stadhuis (City Hall) in Brussels. Built in the Gothic style, parts of the structure date back to the early 15th century. Its spire is topped by a gilt metal statue of the Archangel Michael, patron saint of Brussels. The facade is decorated with statues of nobles, saints, and allegorical figures.

The imposing main tower of the Hotel de Ville/Stadhuis (City Hall) in Brussels. Built in the Gothic style, parts of the structure date back to the early 15th century. Its spire is topped by a gilt metal statue of the Archangel Michael, patron saint of Brussels. The facade is decorated with statues of nobles, saints, and allegorical figures.

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