Ghent

Gent is a municipality in the Belgian province of East Flanders. In 2019, 262,219 people lived there.[1]

Gent
Saint Nicholas Church
Saint Nicholas Church
Flag of Gent
Official seal of Gent
Gent is located in Belgium
Gent
Gent
Coordinates: 51°03′16.1″N 3°43′31.0″E
Country Belgium
Region Flanders
Province East Flanders
ArrondissementGent
Government
  MayorMathias de Clercq
Area
  Total156.2 km2 (60.3 sq mi)
Population
 (January 1, 2022)
  Total265,086
  Density1,697/km2 (4,400/sq mi)
Time zoneUTC+01:00 (CET)
Postal code
9000, 9030–9032,
9040–9042, 9050–9052
Area code44021
WebsiteOfficial website

It is at 51°3′N 3°44′E.[2]

Ghent is known for its cultural landmarks and punk rock music industry.

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