# Rabot

Ghent, Belgium

A fortified water gate with two round towers, built between 1489 and 1491 after Maximilian of Austria's siege exposed a weakness in Ghent's defences. It controlled the Lieve canal and could flood the surrounding land, giving its name to the modern neighbourhood around it.

## Roots Earth

Roots Earth has a longer story for Rabot, with a choice of female or male voice. Download the city audio to listen offline. No account is needed.

Coordinates: 51.06083, 3.71694

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