After walking up from the Brugge train station we arrived at the Holy Savior Cathedral - another architectural masterpiece.


We then walked a few blocks to the main city square. The prominent tower was raised in popular awareness by the movie In Bruges.
The citizens of Brugge are very aware of their fine city's growing popularity with tourists. Supposedly the place is shoulder-to-shoulder with tourists during the summer months. And so it is understandable that locals would like to protect and safeguard their own hang-outs. We tracked down one such place and it is a gem of a find. Walking off the main square and down a very narrow alley one arrives upon a quaint pub. Inside is a fire and about 9 tables. That afternoon there was an older couple reading the paper with glasses of beer, a group of four and then a gentleman reading and also enjoying a brew. It was something out of a hobbit scene.
Afterward we walked to another large square to visit the Basilica of the Holy Blood where is said to be a relic of the Precious Blood of our Lord. We visited, prayed, and venerated the relic. There were a few too many references to leaving "donations" for the "upkeep of the church". I am sure that is the case, however, Luther didn't have to go South of the Alps to fuel his reform.
1 comment:
oh what fun Michael, a beer, fine church structures and really, well Europe! I am glad that you are enjoying it all- congrats to you and your community on the movement of Blessed Andre's cause for cannonization!
Peace and Safe Travels,
Genevieve
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