Activities in Market Square in Bruges, Belgium may have changed over the centuries, but one thing hasn’t. It’s still the commercial and cultural center of the city. Since the year 958, Market (Markt in Flemish) Square has been the the scene of medieval festivals, tournaments, and even executions. Weekly markets have been held here since 985. Though the executions have (thankfully) disappeared, the square still hosts a market every Wednesday, with dozens of stalls that offer fresh fruits and vegetables, homemade baked goods, and arts and crafts items....
The post PHOTO: Old Guild Houses in Market Square in Bruges, Belgium appeared first on Hole In The Donut Cultural Travel.