The Church of our Lady - Brugge
I chose this building because of its impressive interior. It was one of the last churches we visited on our group travels but by far one of the prettiest.
I mention it a lot but the attention to detail in these buildings is incredible considering the lack of time and effort that is put into spiritual aspects today. The design and masterful craftsmanship displayed in this building is very impressive. From the elaborate stained glass windows to the sculptures and paintings, to the elaborately carved vaulted ceilings.
Construction began upon the relic of a 9th-century Roman Chapel. The building itself sports gothic and baroque architectural style and hosts the Madonna and child sculpture carved by Michelangelo. Historians think it was probably meant for the Siena Cathedral but was bought by two merchants from Brugge. Since then, the Madonna has been stolen twice.
Some important people from the 13th-15th centuries like Charles the Bold and the Duke of Burgundy are buried in the space behind the choir loft.
As I mentioned before, I was surprised by the elaborate nature of the church. Before walking in I was not at all expecting the exquisite splendor of gold and marble held inside.












