As one of Belgium’s oldest cities, it isn’t hard to find attractive survivors from Ghent’s medieval and classical periods. Chief among them is Saint Bavo’s Cathedral, which has a heritage dating back more than a millennium and soars above the Old Town to a height of 89 meters. Inside, you’ll also find an unmatched artwork known simply as the Ghent Altarpiece. Yet the city’s strong student population also gives Ghent a thriving modern feel, which has helped make it one of the top culinary destinations anywhere in Belgium and ensures meals out are great way to end a day cruising the canals and falling for the city’s grandeur.