I am sure that the city of Bruges has many cool facts about it. It wouldn't be Flemish if it didn't. As a traveller to the city, you need to look out for these facts in order to make the best of your short stay. Below are 5 cool facts about Bruges.

1. Bruges is a city on canal. It is in the league of Amsterdam and Venice. In fact, sometimes it is referred to as the 'Venice of the North'

2. The historic center of the city (430 hectares in size) is a UNESCO listed world heritage site.

3. At one time in its past, Bruges was considered the chief commercial city of the world.

4. The name Bruges is derived from Old Dutch. The word meant 'Bridge'. The city predates the Pre-Roman Gaul Era. Its first fortifications were built by one Julius Caesar after the conquest of Menapil in the 1st century BC.

5. Bruges is as medieval as any city can get. Of the 475 castles found in Flanders, 50 are found in and around Bruges. It was a city of the rich merchants and aristocrats.

There you have it. Expand on the list and I can guarantee you refreshingly pleasant tour of Bruges.