Groot Begijnhof, Leuven, Belgium
Groot Begijnhof (or Great Beguinage) in Leuven was originally founded in 13th century, giving home up to 300 Begijns (or Beguines, that means women living a religious life but still keeping their own property and supporting themselves) in 17th century. The oldest brick houses seen today date from the 16th century. The entire complex (except for the church) serves now as a University residential quarter for students, professors, employees of the University as well as foreign guests.
I love this peaceful place.
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Marion Chapman
Superb shot! so many wonderful textures – makes me want to walk that path!
Suraj Mathew
Excellent picture!
Alison Cornfor...
This is such a nice place to wander! I love to stroll here with my camera. You really captured the solitude of the place. Well Done!
George Lenz
nice comp and presentation
Gilberte
very nice picture Lenka
Joel Murdoch
I love these old fashioned city streets. Fantastic capture.
Janis Zroback
Lovely image…I want to go there immediately….
Ranald
Lovely. Been to the Begijnhof in A’dam but this looks like a must see also.
elisab
Great shot. Nice history to the shot too. Like how you are led down the path to the back of the shot.
HoltPhotography
I’ve been there! My friend goes to school in Leuven.
joyousmoon
Lovely, great information. Congratulations on your feature from one history enthusiast to another!
fourthangel
It looks absolutely beautiful there. Lovely image!