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What is Brussels
Brussels (French: Bruxelles, Dutch: Brussel; ) is the capital city of Belgium. As headquarters of many European institutions Brussels might also be considered something of a capital for the European Union. The fact, moreover, that Brussels acts as political capital of NATO (the North Atlantic Treaty Organization) serves to give the city a Transatlantic twist. Lying at the crossroads of cultures (the Germanic in the north and the Romantic in the South) and playing an important role in Europe Brussels fits the definition of the archetypal "melting pot", but nonetheless retains its own unique character. Population of the Brussels metropolitan area is just over 2 million.
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"Highlighted by music parades and fireworks, the climax of this event is when the Gilles appear on the Grand Place and throw oranges to the spectators."
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"It's RUBBRECHT real lace, Grand-place 23, 1000 Brussels."
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"1B rue d'Aremberg, just at the exit of "Galleries de la Reine", in the direction opposite to the Grand-Place -a quirky combination of old and new, the menu ranges all over the place but the reason people flock here is the selection of over 30 sweet and savoury pies ( tartes )."
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"Brussels' beating heart is the dazzling Grand Place, ringed by gilded buildings sparkling in the sunshine."
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About Brussels
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.
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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About places near Brussels
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).
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.
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.
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