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What is Battle of Waterloo
The Battle of Waterloo, fought on 18 June 1815, was Napoleon Bonaparte's last battle. His defeat put a final end to his rule as Emperor of the French. Waterloo also marked the end of the period known as the Hundred Days, which began in March 1815 after Napoleon's return from Elba, where he had been exiled after his defeats at the Battle of Leipzig in 1813 and the campaigns of 1814 in (...)
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"For Hyde Park Corner read "hero's corner"; even in the subway, beneath the turmoil of traffic, the Duke of Wellington's heroic exploits are retold in murals."
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"They consisted of a Prussian army under the command of Gebhard von Blücher ,and an Anglo-Allied army under the command of the Duke of Wellington."
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"You can tour this largely preserved battlefield and visit the Duke of Wellington's headquarters, now the Musée Wellington."
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"The Duke of Wellington placed the majority of his forces on either side of the Brussels road behind the ridge on the Brussels side."
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"Prince Arthur was also born on the first of May; and as a toddler, young Arthur was encouraged to remind people that the Duke of Wellington was his godfather."
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"Not too much has changed here since French Emperor Napoleon Bonaparte came to call and found England's duke of Wellington drawn up to receive him on a range of slight hills."
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"It was designed by Robert Adam for Baron Apsley in the late 18th century, but later sold to the first Duke of Wellington, who lived here until his death in 1852."
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"Time Out steps inside the Duke of Wellington‘s former residence, Apsley House, which still houses his stunning collection of paintings and artefacts."
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About Battle of Waterloo
juha from Finland wrote about Battle of Waterloo 4 years, 10 months ago
Take the tour of the battlefield, it's the best way of experiencing the place. It's not too great though, you'll be driving across the fields and listening to a tape explaining what happened and where. It's better than nothing of course if you're here, but you really don't miss too much if you skip the whole place.
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sebu from Finland wrote about Berlaymont 4 years, 9 months ago
The European Union showing all its bureaucratic facades here. It's somehow special to visit the "heart" of the EU and see all the buildings well known from TV, but you can keep this short - unless you are really into "glass and concrete" architecture.
tnt from USA wrote about Brussels 4 years, 10 months ago
We arrived via the Euro Star. We had no idea where our hotel was, except it was a business/conference hotel and we figured it was outside the old city. We walked around and found it, in about an hour. The next day we saw the sights and truly experienced the city on foot. There was underground and taxis, but totally unnecessary.
paavo from Indonesia wrote about place jourdan 4 years, 10 months ago
This is where many to start the evening in many bars around the square. Antoine's in the center serves arguably the best frits in Belgium (at least the most famous).
leo from Finland wrote about Manneken Pis 5 years, one month ago
A famous statue, but there's really nothing to it. Just one of those, been there, done that, now let's move on.
tnt from USA wrote about Grand Place 4 years, 10 months ago
The Grand Place is amazing! You don't want to miss it! There is incredible architecture, friendly people, tasty food, and a very fun atmosphere. It has been my favorite sight to visit in all of Europe. So, again, if you hit Brussels, don't miss the Grand Place.
tnt from USA wrote about Grand Place 4 years, 10 months ago
Get into the square by late afternoon. Pick up a Belguim Waffle on the walk to Manneken Pis. Find a table before the evening light show begins, preferably in a restaurant with seating in the square. Enjoy a dinner that will stay with you for many years to come.
juha from Finland wrote about Löwenhügel 4 years, 10 months ago
The Lion mound is an artificial hill with a lion statue on top made from the cannons of Napoleon. It costs 7 euros to climb to the top and is not worth it. You can see it for free from below. You might consider taking the battlefield tour if you want to do something here. It'll take 45 minutes to drive around the fields and hear how the battle went. It sounds better than it actually is... Napoleon and Waterloo are more interesting on books and visiting the actual place doesn't really give you anything more.
jjtravel from Finland wrote about Berlaymont 4 years, 9 months ago
So this is European Union? Do not expect to feel too confortable between these huge buildings...
jjtravel from Finland wrote about Royal Palace of Laeken 4 years, 9 months ago
This park may look like an interesting spot on a city map. But. It is extremely unpleasant to reach by public transportation. And it is very rarely open for public.
sebu from Finland wrote about Maison Antoine 4 years, 9 months ago
Maison Antoine at Place Jourdan is where you get the best fries in Belgium (well, that's what the rumors say). Queue for your fries, then sit down in one of the cafés' terrace and order a drink. You are indeed allowed to bring your own fries to these restaurants - a perfect symbiosis.
hdkeulenaer from Belgium wrote about Brussels one year, 7 months ago
Get introduced to Brussels by taking the walk of its 40 comic strip walls.
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