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Ghent gets high rating in National Geographic survey |  | | | 18 November 2008 | The Belgian city of Ghent's city centre was rated the third most authentic historic destination in the world in a recent survey published by National Geographic Traveller magazine, it has been announced.
Ghent was ranked ahead of 106 other destinations in the listing, which features in the December issue of the magazine.
A panel of some 280 people were involved in the study, which evaluated cities' historical value by looking at factors including aesthetic appeal and the condition of historic buildings and archaeological sites.
People taking ferry trips to Belgium can see a number of attractions during a visit to Ghent, including more than 900 listed buildings and winding canals.
Dawn Page, director of Tourism Flanders-Brussels, said: "Ghent is one of Flanders' most charming and diverse cities, offering its visitors an interesting range of cultural experiences as well as fabulous gastronomy and quirky shops which lie amongst perfectly preserved buildings.
"Ghent really is one of Flanders' hidden gems and we are delighted that it has…been recognised by one of the world's leading travel magazines."
People planning a ferry trip to Belgium can sail with P&O Ferries from Hull to Zeebrugge or with TransEuropa Ferries from Ramsgate to Ostend. |
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