Belgium
Belgium is small, but each city has its own distinct character — Brussels feels like an international hub, while Bruges retains its medieval streets intact. The country is small enough that day trips between cities are easy.
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Brussels
Brussels, the capital of Belgium, is home to a wide range of attractions, including the Atomium, the Royal Palace, and its cathedral. It's also a great place to admire artwork at the Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium.
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Ghent
Ghent is the largest city in Flanders, Belgium, and was once among the most prosperous cities in medieval Northern Europe. Today its port and numerous universities give it a young, energetic atmosphere.
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Liège
Liège is a city in the Walloon region of eastern Belgium and the leading center of Liège Province. Its high population density gives the city center a lively feel.
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Bruges
Bruges' old town has preserved its medieval appearance and is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Nicknamed the "Venice of the North," it offers picturesque views of canals winding through narrow streets.
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Namur
Namur is a central city in Belgium's Walloon region and the leading city of Namur Province. Its compact size makes it a relaxing provincial city to explore at a leisurely pace.
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Top sights in Belgium
Attraction
Atomium
The Atomium is an iconic 102-meter monument in Brussels, built for the 1958 World's Fair. It's a landmark where visitors can admire its uniquely shaped structure up close.
Temples & religious sites
Cathedral of St. Michael and St. Gudula
A Roman Catholic cathedral perched on a hill in Brussels, naturally visible as you move through the city. As the co-cathedral of the Archdiocese of Mechelen-Brussels, it serves as a center of local faith.
Museums & galleries
Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium
An art museum in Brussels. Visitors come here to view a wide range of artworks.
Temples & religious sites
National Basilica of the Sacred Heart
The National Basilica of the Sacred Heart is a Catholic basilica in Brussels, inspired by the Sacré-Cœur Basilica in Paris. Construction began with the laying of its cornerstone in 1905 but was repeatedly halted by the two World Wars, and the basilica was not completed until 1970.
Castles & palaces
Royal Palace of Brussels
The official palace of the King and Queen of the Belgians, located in central Brussels. The royal family actually resides at Laeken Palace on the outskirts, while this palace is used for audiences and state occasions.
Museums & galleries
Church of Our Lady
The Church of Our Lady in Bruges is a Roman Catholic church with the tallest spire in the city, built between the 13th and 15th centuries. Its brick spire, among the tallest in the world, is a striking sight to look up at.
Views & landmarks
Berlaymont building
The Berlaymont is a large building in Brussels that houses the headquarters of the European Commission. It's a landmark where visitors can get a close-up sense of the heart of European politics.
Museums & galleries
Groeningemuseum
A municipal art museum in Bruges, built on the site of a former medieval monastery. It's a great stop to admire the collection while exploring the city.
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