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Heading east from the Musee Victor Horta, take the first turning on the left - rue Africanize - for the parvis de la Trinite, the site of the sulky church of Ste Trinite , a run-down but imposing Baroque structure whose heavy-duty stonework fills out the square. The most interesting feature is the extravagant main facade, which was originally part of the church of St Augustin (1620), demolished to make way for the place de Brouckere in 1896. The facade was moved here block by block and although pollution and years of neglect have left their mark, it's still - with its swirling lines, pointed pediments and pilasters - an impressive structure. There are vague plans to restore the church, but at the moment it remains firmly closed - a shame because the stained-glass windows are allegedly quite stunning. Just to the east of the church - along rue de l'Amazone - is place du Chatelain , a pleasant, tapering square lined with bars and cafes. Best known for its Wednesday afternoon food market (2-7pm) - where you can buy home-made wines, fine cheeses and a mouth-watering selection of cakes and pastries - it's also a relaxing place for a quiet drink or a spot of lunch. Incidentally, Le Pain de Chatelain serves what many locals regard as the best croissants in town.
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