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Mary chapel among old lime trees

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Mary chapel among old lime trees

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  • Location: Balen, Turnhout, Antwerp, Flanders, Belgium

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    March 11, 2025

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    Everywhere along Flemish roads you come across a Marian chapel. But why is the chapel between lime trees?
    Historical explanation: traditionally, a lime tree was chosen to the left and right of the chapel. The religious status of the lime tree goes back to pre-Roman times: at that time, they believed that the lime tree was a sacred tree. To this day, lime trees are the most common trees near chapels. They are said to offer protection, peace and comfort.
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    Everywhere along Flemish roads you come across a Marian chapel. But why is the chapel between lime trees?
    Historical explanation: traditionally, a lime tree was chosen to the left and right of the chapel. The religious status of the lime tree goes back to pre-Roman times: at that time, they believed that the lime tree was a sacred tree. To this day, lime trees are the most common trees near chapels. They are said to offer protection, peace and comfort.
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    Location: Balen, Turnhout, Antwerp, Flanders, Belgium

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