The Grand-Place or Grote Markt is the central square of Brussels, Belgium. It is surrounded by opulent Baroque guildhalls of the former Guilds of Brussels and two larger edifices; the city's Flamboyant Town Hall, and the neo-Gothic King's House or Bread House building, containing the Brussels City Museum. The square measures 68 by 110 metres and is entirely paved.
The Grand-Place/Grote Markt, with Brussels' Town Hall on the left
Two of the official names of the square in French and Dutch
A market scene on the Grand-Place, c. 1670
The Grand-Place in flames during the bombardment of Brussels in 1695. On the left, the Town Hall; on the right, the King's House, and in the background, the Church of St. Nicholas.
A square is an open public space used for various activities. Squares are not necessarily a true geometric square. Most squares are hardscapes suitable for open markets, concerts, political rallies, and other events that require firm ground.
Piazza della Signoria, in Florence, Italy, a historic example of a traditional public square
Announcement of the establishment of the State of Slovenes, Croats and Serbs on Congress Square in 1918
The Saint Peter's Square is the heart of the Greek city of Argos.
Fountain in People's Square in Shanghai, China
