Belfry of Namur
Medieval tower and UNESCO World Heritage Site in Namur, Belgium / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The Belfry of Namur (French: Beffroi de Namur), also called the Tour Saint-Jacques ("Saint Jacob's Tower"), is an historical building in Namur, Belgium. The tower, constructed in 1388 as part of the city wall, became a belfry in 1746. It is one of the 56 belfries of Belgium and France classified by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site because of their importance as a representation of civic architecture in Europe and their testimony to the rising and influence of the city.[1]
Quick Facts UNESCO World Heritage Site, Location ...
UNESCO World Heritage Site | |
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Location | Namur, Belgium |
Part of | Belfries of Belgium and France |
Criteria | Cultural: (ii), (iv) |
Reference | 943bis-008 |
Inscription | 1999 (23rd Session) |
Extensions | 2005 |
Area | 0.182 ha (0.45 acres) |
Buffer zone | 700 ha (1,700 acres) |
Coordinates | 50°27′50″N 4°52′01″E |
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