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Brussels, Belgium

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The city of Brussels is a rich fusion of modernism and medievalism. Dotted with beautiful architectural structures, the city is also home to a number of museums and galleries worth visiting. You can explore the inner city either by foot, or by bus or tram. For extensive travel, Brussels has a fabulous subway system.

Over the years, every major power imaginable has ruled Brussels, be it the Spanish, the Germans and even the Romans. Now, a hotspot for the international business community, diplomats, politicians, NATO and EU officials, steel and glass buildings cover Brussels’ business sector – located just a few meters away from its nouveau architecture clad section.

In early times, Belgian artists were famous for being the inventors of oil paintings, and Belgium has produced many a masterpiece in its time. Following these masterpieces in oil painting has been in practice ever since Jan Van Eyck started this trend in the 15th century.

In terms of architectural structure, the Atomium, modelled on a molecule of iron, is one of the most striking post World War II structures. Standing at 300 feet, the reason for building this structure in 1958 was for the Belgian metal industry’s exhibit hosting the World’s Fair. The nine spheres of the steel structure are connected using cylindrical columns.

Brussels was not only famous for its paintings and architecture, but was also rich in literature, dance, music, sculpture and textiles.
Food in Belgium is considered only second to French cuisine and is a combination of French and German styles of cooking. Seafood and meat are the main ingredients in Belgian food. Interestingly, Belgians are the inventors of ‘frites’ also known as potato chips or fries while Belgian chocolate and beer are also highly sought after.

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