2025 Ganshoren Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in May)

This is my favourite building in Brussels and the view from inside and on top of the church is breathtaking. Location: Brussels, Belgium The Basilica of the Sacred Heart, constructed in the Art Deco style, is 89 metres tall and 167 long: measurements which make it the fifth largest church in the world. Located in the outskirts of Brussels, in the neighbourhood of Koekelberg, the Basilica of the Sacred Heart (Sacré-Coeur Basilica) is an architectural masterpiece from the twentieth century. #brussels

#September2024 🌟🕍 Came to the Basilica of the Sacred Heart in Brussels, this national basilica of the Sacred Heart is one of the symbols of Belgium. Let us step into this magnificent church together and feel its religious solemnity and architectural magnificence. 🎨 Sacred and spectacular: The Basilique Nationale du Sacré-Cœur de Koekelberg is a neo-Gothic and neoclassical church that towers over the city's skyline. Here, you can admire the exquisite stained glass windows, murals and carvings, and feel the sacred atmosphere and artistic charm it exudes. 🌿 Religion and Culture: The Basilica of the Sacre-Coeur is an important Catholic site in Belgium and a cultural landmark in Brussels. This is not only a holy place for believers to pray, but also a place of pilgrimage for art lovers and architecture fans, displaying the essence of Belgian religious art. Let's visit the Basilica of the Sacred Heart and immerse ourselves in its spectacular atmosphere and religious beauty, adding a touch of spirituality and culture to our journey. 🇧🇪🌹 📍Address: Basiliekvoorplein 1, 1083 Brussel, Belgium 🕰️Business hours: 8:00am - 5:00pm #Belgium #BelgiumTravel #BelgiumAttractions #brussels #brusselsattractions

The Brussels Basilica is formally known as the Basilica of the Sacred Heart (Basilique du Sacré-Cœur). It is located in the Koekelberg district of Brussels. The basilica is open to visitors daily, usually from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM. Admission is generally free, though donations are appreciated. For the most accurate visiting details, checking their official website or contacting them directly is recommended. #localescapes #brussels

Belgium is a modern country that was only established in 1830. At that time, France had a great influence, so the first king, Leopold I, wanted to imitate France and build a temple of ancestors for Belgium. However, the Belgians thought it was not appropriate for their country. So the king was embarrassed and had to compromise by building a church instead. He wanted to imitate the Sacré-Cœur Basilica in Paris and build a church dedicated to the Sacred Heart. The Belgians were practical and skeptical, thinking that the king just wanted to raise taxes to achieve his own goals. They told him that if he wanted to achieve something, he should use his own money instead of taxing them. If he dared to raise taxes, they would make him meet the fate of King Louis XVI of France. Leopold said he wouldn't raise taxes and decided to colonize Africa to achieve his goals. And so, it wasn't until 1905 (the 75th anniversary of Belgian independence) that Belgium had the funds to begin building this cathedral. However, construction was delayed by two world wars and it wasn't completed until 1969. The cathedral belongs to the Catholic Archdiocese of Mechelen-Brussels and is the sixth largest Catholic cathedral in the world by area.