Ferris wheel and towers of Ypres seen from the ramparts walkway

Walking around the Menin Gate and the old fortifications : skyline of roofs, Ferris wheel, Cloth Hall belfry and Sint-Maartens cathedral towers 

Browse the collection : Ypres cityscape

One of the most distinctive architectural elements to the Grote Markt is the 70-meter-high-square belfry which projects from the center of the Lakenhalle and is visible from the surrounding countryside.
(Planetware)

Yet just ten years after the Armistice, Ypres looked like the town had never experienced a war. Almost all the destroyed buildings had been rebuilt. Today, Ypres is generally considered one of the best examples of post-conflict reconstruction.
(Discovering Belgium)

Visiting Ypres is like taking a step back in time. The charm of romanticism, the glory of days gone by and a subtle air of mystery all add to its special atmosphere. The old streets surrounding the town centre bear the imprint of ages past.

(Ariane)