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Holidays in Belgium

Belgium is a modern European country located on the North Sea coast between France and the Netherlands. The climate is typically north-European – mild and often cloudy or wet. Although it is not the very best choice of destination for a beach holiday, Belgium more than compensates with other attractions.

Belgium has a wealth of history packed into a fairly small space, with ancient castles and cathedrals as well as ultra-modern cosmopolitan cities. In the south of the country, Wallonia is characterised by rolling hills and boasts the cities of Liege, Namur and Tournai, while in the flatter north can be found the famous canals as well as Antwerp, Bruges and Ghent.

The capital, Brussels, is one of the world's most cosmopolitan cities. As a great commercial hub, the city has influences from all over Europe and the world. Its art and architecture reflect its splendid history and current prominent role in world affairs.

Belgium Facts At A Glance

Area: 30,528 square km.

Climate: European: Temperate with mild winters and cool summers. Often cloudy or rainy.

Terrain: Coastal plains in northwest with rolling hills in central regions. Mountains in the Ardennes Forest region.

Population: 10.36 Million

Languages: French, Dutch, English

Currency: Euro

Time Zone: 1 Hour ahead of GMT

International Dialling Code: +32

Food and Drink

There is plenty of choice if you want to eat out in Belgium. As with any modern country, the cities offer a range of international cuisine. Traditional Belgian cuisine is also excellent. Try Carbonnades, a beef stew cooked in beer, or mussels cooked in a million different ways. For those with a sweet tooth, Belgium offers special cookies, marzipan and of course Belgian chocolate.

There are literally hundreds of Belgian beers to sample, too, plus a wide variety of cheeses. You can even find a plateful of wild boar if you look hard enough!

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Places to visit

Brussels

Brussels is a large and modern city with much to offer visitors. Among the modern buildings are examples of older architectural styles. Here and there you will see Baroque and Gothic buildings among the concrete and steel. The Grand Place the Lower Town is worth a visit. It is surrounded by historic churches dating from the Renaissance. The Atomium, site of the 1958 world fair, is a peculiar looking building built in the shape of a giant replica of an iron molecule.

Brussels has many fine museums dedicated to all manner of subjects such as musical instruments, art and vehicles. Or if you want to buy rather than see, there are plenty of places to indulge yourself. Brussels has many specialist shops dealing in chocolate, beer and antiques. The first two are quintessentially Belgian and you will find many brands unavailable elsewhere. The antique stores sell European items of course but also a great variety of African artefacts, especially from the Congo region.

The nightlife is good, with many bars remaining open until dawn. Things tend to quieten down late in the evening, then liven up again after midnight. With something like 400 local beers to try out, some of them with up to 10% alcohol content, a night on the town can be quite an experience.

Flanders

Flanders is the northern part of Belgium. The locals speak Flemish, though English is a common second language. There are many enchanting towns to visit, each with its own attractions. Open-air markets, historic buildings and of course the local cuisine await you during the day, while at night there’re is an excellent selection of bars and restaurants. History is very important to the Belgians, and many towns have carnivals and parades featuring events from their rich and colourful history.

Antwerp is the second largest of Belgium’s cities. As well as the famous diamond merchants, Antwerp has excellent architecture and a great deal of fine art on display.

Bruges is famous for its chocolate and has many historic buildings to visit. If conventional taxis seem a bit tame, Bruges has water-taxis and horse-drawn taxis to try instead.

Ghent is another port city. It was an important trade centre in the sixteenth century and has more listed monuments than any other Belgian city.

Wallonia Wallonia is located in the southern part of Belgium. The local language is French. The main cities are Liege, Namur and Tournai. Wallonia is also home to the town of Spa, from which all spas got their name.

Liege is a major river port and university city with a history dating back over a thousand years. It has many museums in addition to its theatres and shopping centres.

Namur is the capital of Wallonia. The city has been important militarily since Roman times. The citadel, rebuilt many times, and St Alban’s Cathedral will reward a visit.

Tournai is an ancient city built by the Romans. It has many spectacular ancient buildings including the cathedral.

Belgium has an excellent road and rail network, making it easy to get about and see places even if you don’t feel like driving. The small towns all have their own charm and attractions, or you could see some of the most famous battlefields of history – Waterloo and Ypres if that takes your fancy. Belgium has more than enough history to keep any visitor fascinated.

Things to do

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