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Carolus Borromeus Church, Antwerp

The Carolus Borromeus Church is a 17th century Jesuit church with a striking Baroque façade inspired by Il Gesu in Rome.

The Carolus Borromeus Church is a 17th century Jesuit church with a striking Baroque façade inspired by Il Gesu in Rome. It was once known for its 39 ceiling paintings by Rubens that were lost in a lightning-ignited fire in 1718.


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About Carolus Borromeus Church

 Antwerp, Belgium

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Carolus Borromeus Church and Nearby Sights on Map

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