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Mechelen
Mechelen (French, Malines; German, Mecheln; Spanish, Malinas; English traditional name, Mechlin) is a city and a municipality in the province of Antwerp, Flanders, Belgium. The municipality comprises the city of Mechelen proper, some quarters at its outskirts, the hamlets of Nekkerspoel (adjacent) and Battel (a few kilometers away), as well as the villages of Walem, Heffen, Leest, Hombeek, and Muizen. The Dijle flows through the city, hence the term 'Dijlestad' (Dijle City). Mechelen: Grote Markt (Large Market square), St. Rumbolds Cathedral Mechelen: Grote Markt (Large Market square), St. Rumbolds Cathedral- St. Rumbold's Cathedral is the largest of the 8 churches in Mechelen, with a high tower (though not as high as originally planned - construction stopped early due to lack of money). Notable works of art include the carved wood pulpit from 1723, painted tryptichs dating to the late 15th and early 16th centuries, and an image of "Our Lady of Miracles" which has been in the cathedral since the early 16th century.
- The Museum of Toys
- The Market Square has the cathedral cutting across one end and the Town Hall at the opposite end, with restaurants and cafes lining the sides between the two.
- The main shopping streets are and , both radiating out from the Market Square.
- Vrijbroek Park
- Refuge of the Abbey of Tongerlo. Historically the refuge for the abbey in times of attack, it is now the home of De Wit , royal manufacturers of tapestry. There are guided visits on Saturday mornings at 1030.
- Hof van Busleyden is an eclectic museum with items of local interest. Paintings, sculpture, tapestries, the town mascot, and the chains from the old jail - there's a little of everything. Explanations are in Dutch only, but with free entry it's still worth a visit.
- Sint-Janskerk is one of the 8 historic churches in Mechelen, with a notable Reubens painting/tryptich "Adoration of the Magi". The painting of the crucifixion by Wauters is also very impressive. Open 1:30-5:30 PM except Mondays and during services.
- The Begijnhofkerk, another of the churches, is known for the two statues above the door, one of Saint Catherine and one of God the Father.
- The Palace of Margaret of Austria is an unassuming set of buildings on Keizerstraat that was effectively the seat of government during Mechelen's time as capital of the Netherlands. Today it houses government offices, but the interior courtyard is worth a brief visit to admire the tranquil and well-organised gardens.
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