Fun facts about Aalst
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Aalst was described as the villa Alost in the 9th century.
Aalst
Belgium
Aalst is a city and municipality in the province of East Flanders in the Flemish Region of Belgium. It is located on the Dender River, about 31 kilometres (19 mi) northwest of Brussels.
From the “History” section
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The town hall of Aalst is the oldest surviving town hall in Belgium, with construction beginning in the 12th century.
Aalst
Belgium
Aalst is a city and municipality in the province of East Flanders in the Flemish Region of Belgium. It is located on the Dender River, about 31 kilometres (19 mi) northwest of Brussels.
From the “History” section
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Aalst is known for its carnival festivities, which include the traditional 'throwing of the onions'.
Aalst
Belgium
Aalst is a city and municipality in the province of East Flanders in the Flemish Region of Belgium. It is located on the Dender River, about 31 kilometres (19 mi) northwest of Brussels.
From the “Carnival” section
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The 15th-century Belfry of Aalst contains the oldest carillon in Belgium, featuring 52 bells.
Aalst
Belgium
Aalst is a city and municipality in the province of East Flanders in the Flemish Region of Belgium. It is located on the Dender River, about 31 kilometres (19 mi) northwest of Brussels.
From the “Sites of interest” section
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Dirk Martens, a notable inhabitant of Aalst, was the first book printer in the Southern Netherlands.
Aalst
Belgium
Aalst is a city and municipality in the province of East Flanders in the Flemish Region of Belgium. It is located on the Dender River, about 31 kilometres (19 mi) northwest of Brussels.
From the “Notable inhabitants” section
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