Antwerp: The Contemporary Hub of Creativity
It should come as no surprise that Antwerp’s cultural cred punches above its ‘second capital’ status. Back in the 16th century, it was one of the world’s greatest and richest cities where merchants, diplomats, sailors, and artisans mixed and mingled. Today, this multicultural city is as open and fluid as ever. Its mix of beautiful Baroque townhouses, Jugenstil districts, and regenerated industrial areas provide a moody and evocative backdrop to a flourishing creative milieu, contemporary art, fashion, and music scene.