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Carolus Borromeus Church

Antwerp, Belgium
Ranked #3 of 65 attractions in Antwerp
5.0 of 5 stars 12 Reviews
Type: Architectural Buildings, Religious Sites
Traveller Description: This typical baroque church was built by the Jesuits in the 1600s. Rubens is said to have designed its facade. more »
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South Carolina
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41 reviews 41 reviews
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10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 May 2012

Rubens was big into helping design this awesome church. Be sure to go in the side rooms. Beautiful paintings and well worth the peek. More

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Oxford
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 May 2012

Beautiful interior and not packed in the slightest - seems to be off the tourist radar. More

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Antwerp
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25 reviews 25 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2012

Very nice little church/chapel in the centre of Antwerp. Beautiful details. Just sit there and contemplate. More

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Antwerp, Belgium
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 April 2012

Carolus Borromeus is, no doubt, one of the most beautiful churches in Europe. It is an outstanding of Baroque religous architecture and the facade is spectacular. P. P. Rubens designed the "campanile" (tower). He was inspired by the examples of baroque architecture he had seen during his long stays in Italy (Please visit Genova!). The church stands on a beautiful... More

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Inverkip, United Kingdom
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 March 2012

very well kept and inspiring! One of the best preserved churches and full of fine art masterpieces. Don't miss the eventual exhibitions on flemish painters. The mass service is performed in a very inspiring old way. More

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Antwerp
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42 reviews 42 reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 March 2012

luckily, try to attend a concert here : great accoustics but entering it from the noisy, busy city throws you back in time : respect the silence and walk slowly, absorb the history More

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London
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25 reviews 25 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
23 helpful votes 23 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 February 2012

a beautiful baroque church, famed for its Rubens artwork, located in one of my favourite squares in Antwerp. More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 January 2012

A baroque church of Antwerp with a very beautiful facade. Also the surroundings are worth a visit: the 'Consienceplein' is one of the loveliest squares in Antwerp. And if you have the chance try to attend a classical concert in the church. More

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Antwerp, Belgium
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51 reviews 51 reviews
Reviews in 23 cities Reviews in 23 cities
83 helpful votes 83 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 September 2009
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This historic church suffered a serious fire last sunday. Fortunately, the art works inside were saved, and the everything can be repaired. There is smoke and water damage and it is not known at the moment how long it will be closed to the general public. Masses should resume soon. The Carolus Borromeus church is a glorious example of jesuit... More

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Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2012
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