Antwerp

Western Europe, Belgium
Belgium

People from Antwerp are called:

Male/General:

Antwerpian

Pronunciation:

/ˈæntwɜːrpiən/

Quick Facts

Population:
536,079 (2024 est.)
Country:
Belgium
Region:
Western Europe

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Etymology & Origin

Possibly from Dutch 'aan de werpe', meaning 'at the wharf', or from a legend about a giant's hand being thrown into the river.

About Antwerp

  • Second largest city in Belgium and major port city on the River Scheldt.
  • World's diamond capital, handling over 80% of the world's rough diamonds.
  • Important center for fashion, with the Royal Academy of Fine Arts and influential designers.
  • Historic city known for baroque architecture, including works by Peter Paul Rubens.
  • Major cultural center with numerous museums, galleries, and the historic Grote Markt.

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