The Royal green-houses of Laken.
A beautiful city of glass, metal and vegetation
King/founder: Leopold II
Royal architect: Alphonse Balat: neoclassical architect who was at the beginning of the Art Nouveau; teacher of Victor Horta.
One of his fameous quotes:
"Simplify, simplify, simplify; and when you think you've simplified enough, simplify some more."
Period: nineteenth century
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A visit is absolutely worthwhile!
The Lavendine-team
