Porte de Gand

Architecturally interesting.

Worth passing through, particularly so you can appreciate the size and scale of the entrenchments. There is a quite sparse little caravan encampment which some folks have made, and which doesn't look ...

Of historical importance ...

This "Porte" which is known as Porte de Gand, as named as such after the Revolution is said to have been initially called Porte de la Madeleine. It pertained to the city fortification in the past. I f...

Imposing

This imposing structure still marks a clear boundary between the city and the surrounding area with 3 arches allowing access. From outside you can see how strong the fortifications were to protect the...

Puerta defensiva

Puerta defensiva de la ciudad de Lille, de gran tamaño y belleza. Divide el casco histórico de las afueras.

Исторические ворота

К этим воротам подошли по неширокой замечательной улице Ганд (Rue de Gand). Улица интересна архитектурой, кроме того полезна - на ней много кафе и баров. Ворота перегораживают улицу и сразу привлекают...