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This luxurious photo book celebrates KU Leuven's 600th anniversary, showcasing Karin Borghouts' unique architectural photography and historian Liesbet Nys' insightful exploration of one of Europe's oldest universities. This luxurious photo book commemorates the 600th anniversary of KU Leuven University, Belgium, featuring the work of renowned heritage and architecture photographer Karin Borghouts. Through her lens, Borghouts offers fresh and unexpected perspectives on the university's rich architectural heritage, capturing everything from auditoriums and laboratories to student residences, sports facilities, libraries, chapels, and more. Accompanying her striking images, historian Liesbet Nys delves into the storied history of KU Leuven. She offers an insightful narrative that complements the visual journey through one of Europe's oldest universities.