Smothered in between London, Paris, and Belgium. Brussels
is often over looked as a tourist destination. Brussels has
arguable the most beautiful city square in the world. Not
surprisingly, Brussels is also the headquarters for the European
Union. Despite Brussels’ relatively brief history,
Brussels has come to age as one of Europe’s premier
cities. Brussels has benefited from recent advances in technology.
The Euro Star connects Brussels with Paris and London making
Brussels a frequent stop for all types of travelers.
There is a lot to take in when you first
visit Brussels. Start your day off right and enjoy some delicious
Belgian waffles. You’ll need the energy. The astonishing
city square called the Grand Place
radiates history. Strolling down the narrow pedestrian walkways
by the Grand Place, you’ll gain a feeling of timelessness
and a deeper appreciation for simpler things. The site of
the gleeful Manneken-Pis
amplifies the experience that is Brussels. Running north of
the Grand Place is Brussels’s busiest shopping street,
the pedestrian only rue Neuve. Here you’ll find the
latest Belgium fashions. At the other end of rue Neuve is
a state-of-the-art shopping mall lined with all the stores
you’d expect. Down the road a bit you’ll find
freshly landscaped gardens nestled between towering sky scrappers.
Belgium composition is an interesting mixture. The country
is divided into the Dutch north and the French-speaking south
therefore making Brussels one of Europe’s few bilingual
capital cities. The delightful jumble of culture
can overload the senses. Take some time out to breath in all
that is Brussels. You’ll be happy that you did!
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