Kortrijk Attractions
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The town of Kortrijk (French Cortrai) is situated on the River Leie (French Lys), which is connected to the Scheldt by a canal. The economy of Kortrijk has been based on the textile industry which has its beginnings in the 14th C. The raw material flax is grown in the surrounding area of Flanders and is processed in several spinning, weaving and finishing mills. Kortrijk is also important for synthetic fibers and has large flax treatment plants and other textile processing concerns (clothing, linen, carpets, canvas). In recent years efforts have been made to diversify from concentration on the single crisis-prone textile industry.
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Begijnhof
A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Begijnhof in Kortrijk is striking with its whitewashed cottages built around a landscaped courtyard. The collection of buildings ranks as the most attractive bequinage in Belgium.
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Town Hall
The Kortrijk Town Hall dates from the 15th C and boasts of ornately decorated Gothic fireplaces.
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