# Great Beguinage

Leuven, Belgium

A walled medieval village of brick houses, cobbled lanes, and canals of the Dijle, home to semi-religious laywomen from the 13th century. Restored by KU Leuven and named a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1998, it now houses students and academics.

## Roots Earth

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

Coordinates: 50.87167, 4.69694

[City page](/cities/leuven)

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