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Ghent
Ghent is a city in East Flanders in Belgium. Ghent is a city with a population of 265,000 in 2020, with rich history. During the Middle Ages, Ghent was one of the richest and most powerful cities in Europe.
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Currency
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UTC+1
UTC+1 (UTC+2 in summer)- Power plugs
- Type C/E
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Type C, E · 230 V - Getting around
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Flanders, Belgium · Population: 273K · Calling code: +32
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