趁着圣诞假期12月26日去布鲁日游览一日。我们来的这一天还很幸运，遇上了一个晴天。
早上在根特出发，从根特到布鲁日单程票价每人7.5欧，如果是在周末的话，一起买返程的票会便宜很多。火车的时间很短，大概只有半个小时。布鲁日整个城市也不是很大，一天的游览时间也是绰绰有余。下了火车后跟着人群就出了火车站，下车的大部分人都是游客，跟着他们走没有问题。出了站后，跟着人群上了一座临时搭建的桥，踩上去也会感觉到桥的震动。
第一站来到Gunpowder tower，谷歌地图上的图片是一个红色的塔，实际看上去并不好看。塔的旁边就是爱之湖，沿着湖边走一段路就会看到天鹅，天鹅还是很多的。湖的西侧有一个很大的院子，里面有一些古老的建筑，其中还有一个小教堂，可惜我们到的时候正赶上关闭的时间，没有办法进去。
下一站来到圣让斯旧医院，是中世纪的医院，进来以后发现中世纪遗留下来的东西并不多了，里面有一个博物馆，门票是15欧每人，我们没有进去。
外面的大街上还不时会有马车拉着游客驶过，道路也是传统的石头路。布鲁日整体不大，步行游览完全没有问题。
出了圣让斯旧医院对面就是圣母教堂，一座始建于13世纪的哥特式教堂，里面的一部分是免费对外开放的。这座教堂里面最著名的就是米开朗基罗的雕像作品Madonna with child，想要看这个作品就需要进入付费区域了。我们刚到的时候，有一个工作人员说在外面买票，在教堂北侧有一个玻璃屋买票，我们买完票以后再进来发现付费区域的入口已经排上了队，在这里其实也可以买票，价格也是一样的，都是8欧每张。里面的展品也算多，有不少过去布鲁日本地艺术家的绘画作品，部分布鲁日的历史，还会看到以前这里的人们下葬时的空穴，当然最重要的还是米开朗基罗的雕像。
出了教堂以后，我们往回走去Bowls Bruges吃的午饭。这家店冷的饭就是生的，鱼直接吃有一点腥，加了酱油以后会好很多。牛肉饭里面的牛肉分量也算足。
吃过饭以后已经3点了，我们直接去了圣血圣殿，因为圣血展出的时间只到16点。我们到了以后发现排队的人很多，都是为了瞻仰圣血而来的。进了圣血展出的区域以后，注意不要再拿出手机了，会有工作人员制止。展出的圣血就是一块布，上面沾有耶稣的血迹。这个教堂也很庄严肃穆。
出了圣血圣殿就是布鲁日大广场了，钟楼也在这附近，这次我们没有上钟楼。
再往回走就是圣救主主教座堂了，同样是庄严肃穆。
最后我们想去逛逛Luc Vanlaere Harpist，可惜没有开门，下次有机会的吧。
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Seizing the opportunity of the Christmas holiday, we embarked on a one-day excursion to Brugge on December 26th. On this fortuitous day, we were blessed with clear skies.
We set off from Ghent in the morning, and the one-way train fare to Brugge amounts to €7.5 per person. If it happens to be a weekend, purchasing round-trip tickets together yields a significant discount. The train journey is short, lasting only half an hour or so. Brugge, as a whole, is not an expansive city, and a full day is more than sufficient for exploration. Alighting from the train, we followed the crowd and exited the station. Most individuals disembarking were tourists, so it was effortless to trail alongside them. Beyond the station, we ascended a makeshift bridge erected over the water, which emitted a subtle vibration underfoot.
Our first stop was the Gunpowder Tower. The tower, depicted as a red structure in Google Maps, was rather underwhelming in reality. Adjacent to the tower stood the Lake of Love, where a leisurely walk along its shores greeted us with numerous swans. On the western side of the lake, there lay a vast courtyard dotted with ancient buildings. Among them, a small chapel graced the premises. Regrettably, when we arrived, it had just closed for the day, and we were unable to gain entry.
Next, we arrived at the Sint-Janshospitaal, a medieval medical institution. Upon stepping inside, remnants from the medieval era were scarce. Inside, a museum awaited, demanding an entry fee of €15 per person. We decided against entering.
Intermittently, horse-drawn carriages carrying tourists traversed the streets, their wheels clattering on the traditional cobblestone road. Given the compactness of Brugge, exploring on foot presented no challenges.
Across from the Sint-Janshospitaal stood the Church of Our Lady, a Gothic-style cathedral dating back to the 13th century. A portion of the interior is open to the public free of charge. The most renowned artwork within the church is the statue of Madonna with Child, sculpted by Michelangelo. To admire this masterpiece, one must pass through to the paid section. Upon our arrival, a staff member informed us that tickets could be purchased outside, at a glass booth located on the north side of the church. After acquiring our tickets, we noticed a queue forming at the entrance of the paid area. In truth, tickets could also be obtained here, and the prices remained the same, at €8 per person. The interior boasted an extensive collection, including artworks by local Brugge artists from the past, segments documenting Bruges' history, and one could even glimpse the burial sites of yesteryear's inhabitants. Of course, the highlight remained Michelangelo's statue.
Upon departing the church, we retraced our steps to have lunch at Bowls Bruges. The fish tasted slightly fishy when consumed directly, but a drizzle of soy sauce enhanced the flavor significantly. The beef in the rice bowl proved to be sufficiently generous.
By the time we finished our meal, it was already 3 o'clock. We headed directly to the Basiliek van het Heilig Bloed, as the exhibition closed at 4 o'clock. Upon arrival, we found ourselves amidst a substantial queue, comprised of individuals eager to witness the Holy Blood. When entering the exhibition area, it was emphasized to refrain from using mobile phones, and staff members were vigilant in enforcing this rule. The showcased relic of the Holy Blood consists of a cloth, bearing the traces of Jesus' blood. The atmosphere within the church exuded solemnity and reverence.
Exiting the Basiliek van het Heilig Bloed, we arrived at the grand Markt of Brugge, with the Belfry in close proximity. This time, we opted not to ascend the Belfry.
Continuing our stroll, we arrived at the Sint-Salvatorskathedraal, equally immersed in solemnity.
Lastly, we had hoped to visit Luc Vanlaere Harpist, but it was regretfully closed. Perhaps next time, if the opportunity presents itself.
Time to return!