TRAVELLIVE MAGAZINE Travellive 05-2016 | Page 127

Text and photos: Le Chau travel When referring to Belgium, everyone tends to mention cities such as Brussels, LiÃge, or Bruges. Yet the name, Mechelen, seems unfamiliar. However, the city’s fascinating cultural heritage with its fabulous architecture from the Middle Ages and the April classical music festival make this hidden jewel well worth the visit. TRAVELLIVE 127