Hôtel Hannon & Contretype Photographic Gallery

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Hôtel Hannon

Brussels


A splendid art nouveau building designed in 1902 by Jules Brunfaut and graced by stone friezes and stained glass. The house isn't open to the public, but you may be able to view it on an ARAU tour.


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