The Market

This panoramic photo was taken from the second floor of a museum overlooking the central square or market of Bruges. Restaurants line the perimeter on the right and central part of this square.

Bruges Wedding Transportation

This bus is used to transport wedding parties to government buildings for civil marriage ceremonies.

The Madonna and Child

This was sculpted in 1504 by Michelangelo. This sculpture was hidden in a salt mine in Austria during WWII and was the subject of the movie "The Monuments Men". General Eisenhower returned the statue to Bruges in 1945.

Madonna

One of the beautiful paintings that were found in a church/museum.

Moses

Sculpture of Moses with the ten commandments found beneath a lectern in one of the churches.

Statue of Mary

Joseph holding baby Jesus

Boston Terrier

I asked the owner if I could take his dog's photo because the dog was so focused on the Belgium beer display.

Belfry or Town Tower

This tower was begun in the 14'th century and completed in 1483. We climbed the 366 steps to the top. It has 47 bells and is one of the most famous carillons in Europe. Note the cobblestone streets and small shops that line this street.

Town Tower

A closer view of the tower.

Bell Tower Drum

See the next photo for a detailed description of this magnificent drum.

Market Square From the Top of the Bell Tower

Jenny took this photo with her iPhone.

Housing on the Canal

Bruges is connected by canals. These two particular homes were interesting to me because of the different roof lines and the brick arch way opening onto the canal.

Canal Tourism

We got to ride on one of these tour boats one afternoon. I liked the old arch structures which connected each side of the canal.

Lazy Afternoon

This dog was trying to get a nap while overlooking the canal traffic

Hotel on the Canal

Canal Warehouse

Horse Drawn Carriage

We really enjoyed watching the many horse drawn carriages transporting guests in Bruges. Jenny recorded some video of several carriages because the sounds of the horse hoofs striking the cobblestone streets was so distinct and pleasing to our ears.

Town Hall

Jenny and Jerry on the Canal Walkway

Simple Single Family Dwelling in Bruges????

Bell Tower Reflection

Evening Canal Reflections

More Canal Reflections

More Canal Reflections