Most of it is Italian Baroque, which was introduced to the region by Pieter Paul Rubens. The Italian style has been uniquely adapted to fit the small plots of land and cramped quarters that are the hallmark of Benelux architecture. The buildings were put up by the guilds in a feverish competition of one-upmanship as they jostled for rank. Today their gilt, carvings, symbols, cherubs, stone garland, caryatids, and standards are still displayed proudly. It distinguishes itself from the others with statues of Charles of Lorraine on horseback, and carvings depicting grape harvest and the picking of hops.
Many days there is a street market where people sell various arts and crafts.
In the summer these give way to the flower market as the city joins the surrounding hills in breaking into flower. Centuries ago there was a great fire that destroyed much of the city. There is a story that tells of a small boy dropping his pants and doing what he could to help put out the fire. The legend goes on to state that his minor contribution was just enough to keep the fire from taking the beloved city hall. To commemorate the occasion, and unknown sculptor created a fountain of the boy doing his part.