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The Atomium, with its 102 meters high and 2400 tons, represents the structure of an iron atom increased 165 million times. Their fields were built by André Waterkeyn steel and aluminum for the International Exhibition of 1958, and consists of nine areas of 18 meters in diameter each, linked by escalators. At first there was talk of dismantled once the exposure, but quickly became a tourist attraction that still exists today, and it has even become an icon of the city. In March 2004, conducted a rehabilitation process that lasted until February 2006, including an elevator that rises to the top at a speed of 5 m / s. It has an interior space for exhibitions and a restaurant. The Atomium, with its 102 meters high and 2400 tons, represents the structure of an iron atom increased 165 million times. Their fields were built by André Waterkeyn steel and aluminum for the International Exhibition of 1958, and consists of nine areas of 18 meters in diameter each, linked by escalators. At first there was talk of dismantled once the exposure, but quickly became a tourist attraction that still exists today, and it has even become an icon of the city. In March 2004, conducted a rehabilitation process that lasted until February 2006, including an elevator that rises to the top at a speed of 5 m / s. It has an interior space for exhibitions and a restaurant. Two Chinese are photographed on the Grand Place. Known for its beautiful architecture, this is the main square in Brussels and is ranked as one of the world's top ornate. Was inscribed on the World Heritage List of UNESCO in 1998, and in it are located buildings vital as the XV century gothic town hall and other equally picturesque dating from the seventeenth century. Unfortunately, in 1965, during the War of the League of Augsburg, most of the buildings to be made of wood, were reduced to ashes, resisting only some that were built in stone. Then the merchants in the area got together and build again, this time in stone, the huge ensemble that we see today. In August, every two years, horticulturists Ghent put a carpet of flowers that occupies 25 x 75 meters in the middle of the square.
     
Le Pigeon in The Grand Place. La Paloma is one of the most popular buildings in the Grand Place, since Victor Hugo spent part of his exile in France in this house for 1852. Originally the building belonged to the guild of painters. In the words of Victor Hugo, the Grand Place was the most beautiful square in Europe. Some balconies of Le Pigeon in The Grand Place. La Paloma is one of the most popular buildings in the Grand Place, since Victor Hugo spent part of his exile in France in this house for 1852. Originally the building belonged to the guild of painters. In the words of Victor Hugo, the Grand Place was the most beautiful square in Europe. Some of the roofs of Louve, Sac and Brouette. Grand Place. The Louve, Sac and Brouette are a group of houses that were rebuilt in 1695, when the rest of the buildings in the Grand Place is renewed. Due to the conservation of their facades, are considered the most beautiful buildings in the Grand Place.
     
A cyclist and background buildings Louve, Sac and Brouette. Grand Place. The Louve, Sac and Brouette are a group of houses that were rebuilt in 1695, when the rest of the buildings in the Grand Place is renewed. Due to the conservation of their facades, are considered the most beautiful buildings in the Grand Place. Some of the balconies and facades Louve, Sac and Brouette, near the Hôtel de Ville. (City Hall). Grand Place. The Louve, Sac and Brouette are a group of houses that were rebuilt in 1695, when the rest of the buildings in the Grand Place is renewed. Due to the conservation of their facades, are considered the most beautiful buildings in the Grand Place. Hôtel de Ville. The town hall, which occupies the southwest facade is the only medieval building left standing today and was built between 1402 and 1455 probably by Jean Bornoy. Its tower, asymmetrical with respect to the building, 96 feet high, is of Gothic style and was designed by Jean van Ruysbroeck in 1449. An urban legend that the architect, to verify the alleged error that the tower will be located in the center, got into it and he jumped, although in truth both parties were not built at the same time. Atop the tower is a high bronze statue of five meters of the archangel Michael, patron saint of Brussels, slaying a dragon or devil. The left part of the council consists of twelve arches, including the bell tower, representing the twelve stages wet alchemy. Instead, the right side only has seven arches, counting the bell, symbolizing the new alchemy dry in seven stages. The facade is decorated with numerous statues representing nobles, saints, and allegorical figures.
     
On Saturday morning weddings are held in the Hôtel de Ville (city hall). The town hall, which occupies the southwest facade is the only medieval building left standing today and was built between 1402 and 1455 probably by Jean Bornoy. Its tower, asymmetrical with respect to the building, 96 feet high, is of Gothic style and was designed by Jean van Ruysbroeck in 1449. An urban legend that the architect, to verify the alleged error that the tower will be located in the center, got into it and he jumped, although in truth both parties were not built at the same time. Atop the tower is a high bronze statue of five meters of the archangel Michael, patron saint of Brussels, slaying a dragon or devil. The left part of the council consists of twelve arches, including the bell tower, representing the twelve stages wet alchemy. Instead, the right side only has seven arches, counting the bell, symbolizing the new alchemy dry in seven stages. The facade is decorated with numerous statues representing nobles. A couple in one of the many restaurants in the neighborhood and Ilot Sacré Jardin Botanique. The origin of Ilot Sacre is at the end of the 50s, when Brussels was immersed in preparations for the 1958 World Fair. In order to improve traffic and facilitate tourist access, agreed to extend and modify the city center. Centuries-old buildings located on the street Rue des Bouchers and Rue des Dominicains were demolished to make way for wider streets and avenues. In the early 60 owners came together to protect the historic buildings still standing creating islets (ilots in French) that retain their heritage. Interior of one of the city buses Bruselas.Es a convenient way to travel, especially to join tours of the city in which we had to change at subway lines. Only stop at marked stops long as we advised that we stop pressing the stop button, or have a passenger waiting to board. Fun-vide for 24 hours a day, and the easiest to navigate is to look at the marquees of the stops on the tour information. The ticket can be paid in cash or by card do subway combined with which we can change line bus, subway to bus or vice versa during a one hour period without paying more. If you have bought the ticket before we make it back in the orange machines. Buses letter names belong to the company De Lijn Flemish, and those starting with number to the STIB / MIVB.
     
They worship the statue of a boy called Manneken -Pis , and nobody really knows why. Legend has it turned off a bomb with his pee . A heroic act , of course , because it has been honored with a wardrobe of over 600 costumes , some made ??by haute couture dressmakers. Manneken Pis. Rue de l'Etuve, 46 Rue du Chêne corner. <M> Bourse. This bronze statue of just 30 centimeters of a naked boy peeing in a fountain is the symbol of the city. Sculpted by Jerome Duquesnoy in 1619, underwent several attempts at looting in later centuries until finally in 1960 managed to steal it, but was recovered poseriormente. To preserve it, now showing a bronze copy, and the original lies in the Musée de la Ville de Bruxelles. Several legends place its origin, some say that the son of a duke began to urinate in the middle of a battle that ended up winning the statue and enshrined this military courage, others say a boy named Juliaanske saw dynamite placed in the walls and before the fuse detonated the charge, got up urinating thus stopping the explosion and saving the city from a conquest. Any way whatsoever today is a myth and has more than 800 different costumes belonging to all cultures and nations. These include, for example, costumes of various Spanish regions, a bullfighter, the Cid, Barça and Madrid, and even Vilafranca castellers of the brotherhood of the Brotherhood of the Crusaders of the Faith Zinneke. Rue des Chartreux www.hallessaintgery.be corner Rue du Vieux Marché aux Grains. <M> Bourse. According to the Local gerga this word was used to denote those stray dogs that roamed the city without an owner, but today also names the expression of artistic creativity of European citizens, proud to be part of a mix of cultures and roots in a time when increasing racial tensions arise and in which politicians promote fear and hatred to divide citizens. During the month of May, and every two years the Parade Zinneke praises cultural diversity. This bronze statue of the dog-size on wetting bastard in this corner symbolizes precisely these concepts. Bicycle Rental municipal central Brussels. Increasingly reserved areas on asphalt Brussels to bicycles, but most often done bike rides by parkland and near the Park Laeken. The people of Bruges and Ghent mostly use bicycles as transportation usual. So, first thing in the morning, you may see many parents taking their children to school by bike, and then continue to work themselves, even on rainy days. Most streets have a special bike lanes and traffic lights. Companies engaged in Rent bikes are scattered throughout the city and not difficult to find. In Brussels, the company Cyclocity, which has been desarroyada by JCDecaux and is found in many cities, has scattered 250 bikes in 23 different points of the city, separated more than 400 meters. The first half-hour costs $ 0.50 and then incremented in fractions of 0.50 euros per hour. In Bruges and Ghent rates start at EUR 5-6 and 9-10 euros noon daily. In Bruges can be rented at the same train station: 05 030 2329 Tel Stationsplein, as in Ghent: Maria-Hendrikaplein Koningin Tel 09 241 2224. Some companies are not limited simply to hire and offer bike tours around the city to descurbrirla a pedal stroke. One problem that often happens when you rent the bike is often requested his passport as security, something that we must refuse so flatly.
     
Place du Grand Sablon. In this square into a triangle are located elegant architectural constructions dating from the sixteenth to the nineteenth century. It is one of the finest places of the city filled with chocolate shops, tea rooms, restaurants with terraces and luxurious antique shops. At the end of the square, where it begins to narrow, there is a fountain made ??by Jacques Berge in 1751. At number 40 is the Musée des Posts et Telecommunications, which documents the history of mail and communications. Interior of Pierre Marcolini chocolate. www.marcolini.be Place du Grand Sablon, 39. Tel 02 513 1783. (Sunday to Thursday from 10:00 to 19:00 from Friday to Saturday from 10:00 to 18:00). This Belgian chocolatier, has become one of the greatest masters of chocolate in the world thanks to his tireless search for new flavors: sour, bitter, sweet and utterly delicious. They say that Pierre himself travels each year to remote places in search the best cocoas. Its price of around 200 euros a kilo, is not available to everyone. Several terraces next to the chocolate Witamer on Place du Grand Sablon. In this square into a triangle are located elegant architectural constructions dating from the sixteenth to the nineteenth century. It is one of the finest places of the city filled with chocolate shops, tea rooms, restaurants with terraces and luxurious antique shops. At the end of the square, where it begins to narrow, there is a fountain made ??by Jacques Berge in 1751. At number 40 is the Musée des Posts et Telecommunications, which documents the history of mail and communications.
     
Process of making chocolate in the chocolate from Laurent Gerbaud Chocolatier 2 D rue Ravenstein1000 www.chocolatsgerbaud.be Bruxelles Tel 0032 (0) 2 511 16 02 0032 (Open Monday to Sunday from 10:30 to 19:30). You can not leave without trying the chocolate Brussels. This artist chocolatier has over nine years combining chocolate, fruit and spices to get some delicious chocolates. It was after a trip to China where he discovered thousands of aromas and began to combine with chocolate. In acualidad, Laurent Gerbaud has chosen to work with a proprietary blend composed of two strains of maracas nobles: the Trinitario from Madagascar and Nacional, grown only in Ecuador. These chocolates are combined with high quality fruit aroma: Shanghai oranges, figs from Izmir, Cape pears, apricots and ginger from Guilin Barrydale. Laurent Gerbaud production is witnessing a groundbreaking original search and the traditional tastes of Belgian chocolate art. Held in beautiful boxes decorated with a red stamp that corresponds to the Chinese word "chocolate". Showcase inside one of the chocolate from the Place du Grand Sablon. In this square into a triangle are located elegant architectural constructions dating from the sixteenth to the nineteenth century. It is one of the finest places of the city filled with chocolate shops, tea rooms, restaurants with terraces and luxurious antique shops. At the end of the square, where it begins to narrow, there is a fountain made ??by Jacques Berge in 1751. At number 40 is the Musée des Posts et Telecommunications, which documents the history of mail and communications. Interior of Godiva chocolate. In this store Godiva, which was the first boutique opened in Brussels Draps Joseph, we find chocolates, truffles, coffee, cocoa, biscuits, dipped fruits and sweets, chocolate liquor, and other items arranged in gift baskets .
     
A child dressed in the typical costume of Binche. The Belgian festival Binche with their traditional costumes: Eastern princes, sailors and harlequins. An amazing procession through the cobbled streets of the city to the beat of drums and artists with their wax masks and ostrich feathers. Quite an experience. The Belgian festival Binche with their traditional costumes: Eastern princes, sailors and harlequins through the streets of Brussels. An amazing procession through the cobbled streets of the city to the beat of drums and artists with their wax masks and ostrich feathers. Quite an experience. Two participants Binche Belgian festival drinking beer in their traditional costumes: Eastern princes, sailors and Harlequins also walk the streets of Brussels. An amazing procession through the cobbled streets of the city to the beat of drums and artists with their wax masks and ostrich feathers. Quite an experience.
     
In the center of Brussels abound terraces and restaurants offering cuisine from around the continent. A mid-month marks the Balloon's Day Parade www.balloonsdayparade.be parallel with the Fête de la Bande dessinée www.fetedelabd.be (Comic Party). All huge balloons participating in this parade through town are shaped characters and comic heroes. The parade is added a music festival, video, 3D, laser and fireworks at night and a comic www.comicsfestivalbelgium.com Festival during the day, in which each year fans gather to study the work of more seventy artists. There is also a fair collectors and many activities for children. Parade music during the Balloon's Day Parade www.balloonsdayparade.be parallel with the Fête de la Bande dessinée www.fetedelabd.be (Comic Party). All huge balloons participating in this parade through town are shaped characters and comic heroes. The parade is added a music festival, video, 3D, laser and fireworks at night and a comic www.comicsfestivalbelgium.com Festival during the day, in which each year fans gather to study the work of more seventy artists. There is also a fair collectors and many activities for children.
     
In Brussels, this love for comics can be seen on the street. Many of the city walls were covered with paintings of comics created by the authors of the country, as Hergé or Morris. Brussels is probably one of the cities of the world in which the comic is more recognized. This year, for example, held a series of activities under the name of BD Comic Strip. There is also one of the genre's most important museums: the Belgian Comic Strip Center. That tradition of the genre is long and is a story that is partially shared with the French. Tintin, Spirou, Lucky Luke and the Smurfs are some of the most important characters created by Belgian authors. A newly married couple area crosses Stock Exchange. Palais de la Bourse. It is an imposing building built between 1867 and 1873 by the architect Léon Suys. Stand above the reliefs of the facade made ??by the sculptor Auguste Rodin with allegories of Asia and Africa. The Ste-Catherine area is very lively, especially at night. Lots of seafood arranged one behind another to compete for customers in a popular neighborhood and markedly flamenco. Its terraces and lounges to taste the chocolate slow the pace of a vibrant city. Saint-Gery, southernmost, takes its name from an ancient parish, in this case, that of St. Gaugerico of Cambrai (ca. 550-ca. 626), who was bishop of the city of French Flanders. Before the major urban transformation, Saint-Gery was an island formed by the river Senne. The island was a large circle that went from the old church of the Poor Clares to the current bag, along with other second smallest island near Fontainas Square, where the river bordering the church of Our Lady of Mercy. Brussels is the capital of Belgium and home to the main institutions of the Euro-pean Union, for this reason it is known as "The Capital of Europe", but also the political seat of NATO Located near the center of the country, Brussels has about one million inhabitants of that much from other countries (2 million in the metropolitan area that straddles the border provinces of Brabant). Officially has two languages??, a majority of inhabitants are native French daily (90%, of which one third is made up of immigrants), and a minority is flamenco (10%).
     
Great Smurf balloon in the center of Brussels. A mid-month marks the Balloon's Day Parade www.balloonsdayparade.be parallel with the Fête de la Bande dessinée www.fetedelabd.be (Comic Party). All huge balloons participating in this parade through town are shaped characters and comic heroes. The parade is added a music festival, video, 3D, laser and fireworks at night and a comic www.comicsfestivalbelgium.com Festival during the day, in which each year fans gather to study the work of more seventy artists. There is also a fair collectors and many activities for children. A couple having a beer and admiring one of many painted comics that are scattered around the city. About thirty city walls are painted with vignettes of some of the most famous characters in the history of comics. The Smurfs, Lucky Luke Espirú or have something in common with Tintin and Asterix: are Belgian. Brussels acts not only as the capital of the European Union, it is also the center of the ancient continent of comics. It is so ingrained in this city as the waffles, chocolate and beer. Throughout the year celebrations are held in the streets of Brussels in which people go dressed in different costumes. Especially important are the February carnivals.
     
A flower girl walks next to the restaurant area of Ste-Catherine and St Gery. The Ste-Catherine area is very lively, especially at night. Lots of seafood arranged one behind the other customers are competing in a crowded and markedly flamenco. Its terraces and lounges to taste the chocolate slow the pace of a vibrant city. Saint-Gery, southernmost, takes its name from an ancient parish, in this case, San Gaugerico of Cambrai (ca. 550-ca. 626), who was bishop of that city in French Flanders. Before the major urban transformation, Saint-Gery was an island formed by the river Senne. The island was a large circle that went from the old church of the Poor Clares to the current stock market, along with other second smallest island around Place Fontainas, where the river bordering the church of Our Lady of Sorrows. Restaurants in the area of Ste-Catherine and St Gery. The Ste-Catherine area is very lively, especially at night. Lots of seafood arranged one behind the other customers are competing in a crowded and markedly flamenco. Its terraces and lounges to taste the chocolate slow the pace of a vibrant city. Saint-Gery, southernmost, takes its name from an ancient parish, in this case, San Gaugerico of Cambrai (ca. 550-ca. 626), who was bishop of that city in French Flanders. Before the major urban transformation, Saint-Gery was an island formed by the river Senne. The island was a large circle that went from the old church of the Poor Clares to the current stock market, along with other second smallest island around Place Fontainas, where the river bordering the church of Our Lady of Sorrows. Tapas restaurant located next to the famous Mer du Nord. Everyone approaches this bar with stainless steel gas stoves, standing to try their delicious fried fish, shellfish and other seafood.
     
One of the great experiences you have to go to visit Belgium is to prove its world-famous waffles or waffles. The find street stalls, bars, restaurants and in every home. Many varieties as there Belgian cities, but all with a justified reputation. The Belgian waffle is higher, fluffy, light and flavorful than traditional or known in the United States. In fact the American version comes from the Belgian who migrated and took their typical recipe, but adapted to the tastes of flour and across the Atlantic. Belgian waffles are crisp and golden on the outside and soft, fluffy and white inside. Actually the known worldwide as "Belgian waffle" is actually the "Brussels waffle" went wrong baptized during the World Fair in New York in 1964 to synthesize, and it was so. Like other European countries, Belgian waffles tradition dates back to the Middle Ages when they prepared the "wafers", a bread made with a semi liquid mass between a cooked hot irons in the fire. The same source may be born pancakes and crepes. The Brussels waffle ("Gaufre de Bruxelles" in French) is characterized by its mass takes yolks, eggs and melted butter, so the result is more esponsojo other Belgian recipes. In addition, the "Waffle" Brussels are bigger and deeper so these waffles can take care the whole dish with a more abundant garrison jams, fruit, ice cream, nuts and / or chocolate. It is the traditional dessert in Brussels and can not miss (let the diet when you get home). Another is the famous Belgian waffles from Liège ("Gaufre de Liège" in French). Denser mass and consistent than the previous, slightly smaller and caramelized, usually accompanied with icing sugar. It is commonly found in street food stalls because they are easier to eat while walking. The heat can also see the exhibitors at bakeries but do not last long there because they are an excellent companion for walking tours of the cities where it is a little cold, but also can be eaten warm or cold. Will cost about 3 euros, depending on location and the toppings. Restaurant in the ground floor of buildings Louve, Sac and Brouette. Grand Place. The Louve, Sac and Brouette are a group of houses that were rebuilt in 1695, when the rest of the buildings in the Grand Place is renewed. Due to the conservation of their facades, are considered the most beautiful buildings in the Grand Place. One of the terraces of the many restaurants in Brussels. In the kitchen of the Belgians, lovers of good food, not missing a great deal of imagination, and constantly looking for that touch that makes a difference also in terms of the traditional dishes that belong to the culture of the city, as the fries with mussels, cabbage or endive, escarole variety of famous worldwide. They are almost a thousand restaurants for all tastes and all budgets, which are scattered through the neighborhoods of Brussels and at least 200 are recommended by the guide Gourmet, all offer recipes, respecting tradition, invite discovery and creativity. Among the most innovative highlights Le Pain Quotidien, halfway between the traditional and the local bakery new concept where you can have breakfast, lunch and enjoy well into the evening, even a hot chocolate.
     
One of the many art galleries Marolles. This district, which is easily accessible from the glass elevator located next to the Palace of Justice, has maintained the origins of the Belgian capital. Here still speak the true "marollien" mixed language words in Dutch, French and Spanish, which can only come to understand in these streets, dating back to the fourteenth century. Some of these words are so curisosas that have no literal translation into any other language. Its streets are also famous for the many craft shops and home of some of the largest flea markets in the city. Food, drink and nightlife are also factors to value positively. Purchase designer clothes in Brussels. In Louise Avenue designer boutiques abound: if looking into Chine silk items. If you want a unique design créateur, go to the trendy Dansaert Antoine. The Sablon is the perfect place to hunt antiques weekend, while in the market on Place du Jeu de Balle find trinkets every day from 0600. The kingdom of luxury stores in Brussels has a name: the Avenue Louise and Boulevard de Waterloo, where you can find not only great international designers and famous brands, but also the young Belgian designers, always worth a visit for his eclectic taste and unconventional. In fact, recently have taken over entire neighborhoods one young fashion design and the best in terms of quality and creativity. Also worth visiting the Rue Dansaert, who is also the temple of design, Rue du Bailly, the Place du Chatelain and Place Brugmann. Another obligatory stop for shopping are the Galeries Royales Saint-Hubert, one of the most elegant arcades Europe. Tradition lovers can not miss the Grand Place, with its typical traditional products: chocolates, lace and crystal.
     
Center for the Belgian Comic Strip. www.cbbd.be Rue des Sables, 20 <M> Kruidtuin Botanique. (From Tuesday to Sunday from 10:00 to 18:00 / adult: 7.5 euros / retirees, youth card and 12-18 years: 6 euros / under 12: 3 euros). Tel 02 219 1980. The Belgian Comic Strip Center, colloquially abbreviated as CBBD, is housed in a magnificent Art Nouveau building designed by Victor Horta between 1903 and 1906, from 4,000 square feet spread over three floors, which pays tribute to comic books at all statements: drawing boards, photographs, life-size reproductions, cartoons, movies, sketches, models, books, and 6,000 original plates. Obviously, Tin Tin is one of the stars of this museum, making a tour of their covers, since its debut on January 10, 1929 in the journal "Le Petit XXe" going through the change from black and white to color and the incorporation of Captain Haddock, Thompson and Thomson and professor Calculus, to the decline of its creator, Georges Remi, evidenced in "Tintin in Tibet" in 1958. It is the only cartoon character that can be seen in the museum, which are also present Smurfs, Lucky Luke, Spirou and many others. Seven permanent and several temporary exhibitions, as well as various activities regularly make this museum program that will delight any child, and more than one adult. It also has a library and a bookshop specializing in everything related to comic books. Interior of the Center for the Belgian Comic Strip, located in a magnificent Art Nouveau building designed by Victor Horta between 1903 and 1906, from 4,000 square feet spread over three floors, which pays tribute to comic books in all states: drawing boards, photographs, life-size reproductions, cartoons, movies, sketches, models, books, and 6,000 original plates. Obviously, Tin Tin is one of the stars of this museum, making a tour of their covers, since its debut on January 10, 1929 in the journal "Le Petit XXe" going through the change from black and white to color and the incorporation of Captain Haddock, Thompson and Thomson and professor Calculus, to the decline of its creator, Georges Remi, evidenced in "Tintin in Tibet" in 1958. It is the only cartoon character that can be seen in the museum, which are also present Smurfs, Lucky Luke, Spirou and many others. Seven permanent and several temporary exhibitions, as well as various activities regularly make this museum program that will delight any child, and more than one adult. It also has a library and a bookshop specializing in everything related to comic books. The "path of the database" may be a simple excuse to visit Brussels, although some might consider it a real pilgrimage, which includes twenty and giant murals of famous local comics as well as a number of specialized libraries are a gold mine for both collectors of books and magazines classic BD, and for those who simply seek political cartoons and cutting-edge social caricature characters like Nicolas Sarkozy and George Bush, and resume sensitive issues such as climate change, global warming, racism and terrorism. The route is so funny comics for adults and children, all are always with something. You can do self-a great way to discover the streets and hidden areas of Brussels or in a tour organized by the Centre of Comics. Anyway, some murals have to be seen in any way possible: one is representing a bank robbery of Lucky Luke (Buanderie Street), another that of Cubitus (Rue de Flandre), a mischievous dog that removes white famous Manneken Pis statue from its pedestal and posing himself urinating. On the market Jeu de Balle in the Rue des Capucins, there is a mural of two little-known characters Hergé, Quick and Flupke, and a second representing two politically incorrect heroes of 1930, Blondin and Cirage, one of which is a black caricature. And for those who want to buy, if it is true that "Aladdin's Cave" Comic Center seems sell any imaginable issue of gender, there are a number of bookshops scattered throughout the city. The not to be missed is the colorful Brusel, who is half half bookstore and gallery of original comic, and organizes weekly events with BD authors worldwide, including Tony Sandoval of Mexico. Nearby are two excellent thrift shops, Little Nemo, named after the first cartoon, Winsor McCay, and Le Depot, a meeting place for collectors to buy and sell their BDs for over 50 years. And those who want to take a memory of Hergé's work, will find everything imaginable in the Tintin Boutique.
     
The Atomium, with its 102 meters high and 2400 tons, represents the structure of an iron atom increased 165 million times. Their fields were built by André Waterkeyn steel and aluminum for the International Exhibition of 1958, and consists of nine areas of 18 meters in diameter each, linked by escalators. At first there was talk of dismantled once the exposure, but quickly became a tourist attraction that still exists today, and it has even become an icon of the city. In March 2004, conducted a rehabilitation process that lasted until February 2006, including an elevator that rises to the top at a speed of 5 m / s. It has an interior space for exhibitions and a restaurant. Plaza located near the Église St-Jean Baptiste au Béguinage. The Ste-Catherine area is very lively, especially at night. Lots of seafood arranged one behind the other customers are competing in a crowded and markedly flamenco. Its terraces and lounges to taste the chocolate slow the pace of a vibrant city. Saint-Gery, southernmost, takes its name from an ancient parish, in this case, San Gaugerico of Cambrai (ca. 550-ca. 626), who was bishop of that city in French Flanders. Before the major urban transformation, Saint-Gery was an island formed by the river Senne. The island was a large circle that went from the old church of the Poor Clares to the current stock market, along with other second smallest island around Place Fontainas, where the river bordering the church of Our Lady of Sorrows. Théâtre Royal de la Monnaie / Koninklijke Muntschouwburg. www.lamonnaie.be Place de la Monnaie, 20 <M> Brouckère. (About 20 euros). Tel 02 229 1200. This theater which hosts the National Opera of Belgium, was raised in 1817 by architect Joseph Poelaert on the ashes of the Hôtel des Monnaies who had suffered a fire years before. It was built under a mixture of styles neo-baroque, rococo and neo neo-Renaissance. The auditorium was lit by huge crystal chandelier still hangs in the center of the domed ceiling. It is made of gilded bronze and Venetian glass. In 1985 almost completely restored, preserving the luxurious decor inagurándose Louis XIV and the following year with a performance of Sinfornia Beethoven No. 9.
     
Rue des Bouchers. <M> Brouckère. This street in the Middle Ages was inhabited by traders mostly butchers, hence today retains its name (the street of butchers). There are still beautiful memories of the past, as some 12 mansions dating from the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries. During the Belle Époque, the street was full of many small music venues, including the famous jazz club La Rose Noire, where the famous Belgian singer Jacques Brel, was recognized in the 1950s. Unfortunately, the club had to close its doors and is now occupied by the restaurant Les Armes de Bruxelles. The butchers have been marching, and today the make this pedestrian street full of bars and restaurants with very competitive prices that offer good seafood, besides the famous moules-frites (mussels steamed with sauce accompanied by french fries and mayonnaise). The small country of Belgium whose length is smaller than that of Catalonia with a population of 11 million with 118 Michelin-starred restaurants, 3 three stars, 16 with two to 99, according to the latest Michelin guide 2012 Belgium - Luxembourg. So much so that in terms of data per star, Bruges is in sixth place, according to the Huffington Post that calculated what are the top 20 culinary capital on the basis of Michelin stars, applying a formula to calculate the number of stars per hundred thousand inhabitants in each city. The Brusselicious not the only excuse to visit Brussels and brighten our stomach. Although the most popular foods of the region remain mussels, fries and waffles, it never hurts to know some of the places where you can enjoy the best cuisine and also discover curiosities as Victor Hugo wrote Les Miserables here. Or that Marx and Engels were living three years near the Grand Place, in a building that will recognize by the swan. We can start with the Belgian recipes Taverne du Passage (Galerie de la Reine, 30), as crevettes croquettes, a very tasty prawns. Another stop you should not miss is the Dandoy store (Rue au Beurre), which has been making speculoos (cookie sweet taste and characteristic) since 1829. It also prepares other sweets as Bernardins, biscuits and feuilles de Palmier. If we are looking for beer, there are two places to visit: Shop for Bier Tempel (Rue du Marché aux Herbes, 56) and Moeder Lambic (Place Fontainas, 8), a brewery where you take the best beer. If you want something typical, you can order a Zinnebir that Brussels is beer, bitterness loose and interesting flavor. To drink, some of the best kept secrets of the Belgians hide in the Rue Sainte-Catherine, where are local as Amadeo (at No. 28), a classic flamenco bar and very authentic. Very close is Noordzee (at No. 45), a fishmonger who began preparing tapas and today is a benchmark to eat oysters and seafood at a great price. Another culinary institution is the bar Kapiteintje (Sainte-Catherine, 30), whose beer and mussels and fries are a classic. Another story is very taverna Le Cirio (Rue de la Bourse 18), decorated between baroque and art nouveau, where the drink was invented Half and Half, half dry and half sparkling wine. For chocolates, nothing like Galler, Marcolini Wittamer or. Although, if we want to see in detail how it works, better go to Laurent Gerbaud (Ravenstein, 2D), whose motto is no added sugar, fat, preservatives, soy lecithin their commodities insurmountable. The truffles and bonbons apurinac speculoos are some of their specialties. Organizes tastings and workshops consisting temper chocolate and make chips, we can take, a little history and tasting. Book a week in advance. Cafeterias at Galeries St-Hubert. Rue des Bouchers. <M> Gare Centrale. Opened by King Leopold I of Belgium in 1847, was one of the first indoor shopping arcades in Europe, and the first building in Brussels hosted a roof of glass and metal. It was made by Jean-Pierre Cluysenaar in neo-Renaissance style and inside cohabiting for over half a century and a good selection of the best shops in town luxury ornate and decorated with great care. It consists of two main parts: the Galerie du Roi and Quenn's Gallery and a third small section called Galerie du Prince.
     
Ephemeral Magic Mirrors Theatre in Place Saint Catherine. Brussels. Institut Royal des Sciences Naturelles. www.sciencesnaturelles.be Rue Wiertz, 43. (Tuesday to Friday from 9:30 to 17:00 / Saturdays and Sundays from 10:00 to 18:00 / Adult: 7 euros / students: 6 euros / under 18 years: 4.5 euros / children under 6 years : free). <M> Maelbeek. Tel 02 627 4234. The museum is famous for its collection of dinosaur skeletons, the largest in Europe and one of the largest in the world. These Iguanodon skeletons were found in 1878 in a coal mine Bernissart, southern Belgium. In the area for evolution, presents more than 600 fossils and 400 animals to show the changes that have been suffering all creatures over time to adapt to life. You can also see all kinds of animals exposed to those found today, such as bears, alligators, foxes and elephants, all stuffed and are some animals that became extinct thousands of years ago. Royal Institute of Natural Sciences in Brussels The Royal Institute of Natural Sciences (Institut Royal des Sciences Naturelles) is a museum that aims to help visitors to discover the nature and history of evolution. It is located very close to the European Parliament. The museum is famous for its collection of dinosaur skeletons, the largest in Europe and one of the largest in the world. These Iguanodon skeletons were found in 1878 in a coal mine Bernissart, southern Belgium. In the area for evolution, presents more than 600 fossils and 400 animals to show the changes that have been suffering all creatures over the years to adapt to life. In the museum you can see all kinds of animals exposed to those found today, such as bears, alligators, foxes and elephants, all stuffed and are some animals that became extinct thousands of years ago. The collection of dinosaur skeletons is truly amazing, if you are interested in these prehistoric animals, can be a good opportunity to meet them. If you are not dinosaur lovers, you better stay away from this museum. Although many animals are exposed believe that if you are traveling with children, may be a better idea to go to the zoo to see animals that are not stuffed.
     
If there is a product that is known for its chocolate Belgium. Throughout Brussels, especially in the more touristy streets, there are hundreds of stores spread chocolate. The most famous chocolate brands are Godiva (the most expensive of the known), Galler, Neuhaus and Leonidas (with an air of "homespun"). Besides these brands find artisans throughout the city. Wittamer is a well known chocolate shop in Brussels. Among its products are the cakes, mousses, candies and chocolates. It also has a wide selection of teas and coffees. The store is open from 7-19h except Monday open from 9-18pm and Sunday Chocolate Grand Place, in the same square Grand Place. Belgium Chocolate is a hallmark. The first factories and workshops appeared shortly after the Spanish brought cocoa beans from the New World. At that time, chocolate was a bitter drink only accessible to the wealthy. Over time, the Belgians were developing various forms and flavors to the point that this Central European country traders used the chocolate to entertain clients during trade negotiations. The Belgians are the inventors of Belgium praline with almonds consumed. In the capital there are many stores that offer the quintessential national product. In Belgium chocolates are available in different formats and in cartons when presented in a very elegant and delicate as the chocolate in the country is considered a work of craftsmanship. In Bruges you can visit the Chocolate Museum, one of the largest in the world in his field. In St. Huberts prestigious galleries of chocolate shops exist in any of its three spaces: the galleries of the King, the Queen and the Prince but also great shopping along the city and near the Grand Place, the center Brussels hub. For chocolate lovers to say that Belgian chocolate is black, has no milk and the taste is full and harmonious. It can be purchased in many ways, the most common form of candy, tablet or figurines. Full stop chocolatier Pierre Marcolini is the best example of good work in the Belgian art of international pastries. A treat for the palate, for lovers of the pursuit of perfection in taste and aesthetics. In Marcolini chocolates not only offer, there are a variety of cookies, sorbets and ice creams. The main feature of Marcolini is working with a personally selected cacao for its specialists also looking pairing with the finest ingredients. Its stars are the truffle chocolates with champagne, Fondant or Envol Trianon, which has repeatedly received international awards best. They should not also forget Macaroons (known as macaroons) that are a tradition in Belgium but Marcolini become art. Another typical sweet Belgian waffles are. There are three varieties of Belgian waffles: the soft waffle, served cold, the Brussels waffle is eaten hot and Liège waffle, a city that first made this sweet. Legend has it that it was invented in the eighteenth century one of the cooks of the Prince of Liege. The waffels, a name known to the waffles at home, you can find them in many shops and stalls in the city. The Brussels is thicker and lighter, I served with the cream, chocolate, vanilla, fruit (usually banana and strawberries) or with scoops of ice cream, that's going to consumer tastes. My favorite is the chocolate with banana and strawberries is delicious. Near the Manneken Pis are the best places to eat waffles (for its value / price). I recommend that the child next to Simeon, it is easy to find locally because about Hulk's the typical upper hole through which you put your head and make the photo with the child's body pisser.
     
Kwint is an upscale restaurant with a modern twist thanks to its unconventional approach and particularly the interior design. Studio Arne Quinze recently completed remodeling Kwint exclusive restaurant in central Brussels conference. Its design features a bar design, warm color palette neutral and add a new element of activity and drama to an interior otherwise quite simple but magical. In Kwint, customers can enjoy a sumptuous dinner orchestrated by a team of professionals with exceptional ingredients, such as caviar, truffles, salmon and king crab Kaspia La Maison, a reputable brand, originally from Russia and settled in Paris since 1927. If you're in town and looking for something, no doubt, of (beyond) the ordinary, visiting Kwint is essential. In Belgium have begun to proliferate wine bars that offer the possibility of desgustar fine wines and champagnes, domestic and import. Champagne Experience. Marolles area there are plenty of bars where a beer while listening to live music such as the Brasserie de la clef d'or. Place du Jeu de Balle <M> Porte de Hal. (From Tuesday to Sunday from 05:00 to 17:00). Tel 02 511 9762. This brewery, located next to the flea market is a good place to stop along the way and live music accordion, while savoring a croque-monsieur grilled ham and cheese.
     
For breakfast in Brussels abound coffee chains, such as well-placed to almost seem a lifetime. You have Paul, with good coffee and croissant best, but the best bread sandwiches (from 3.75 €). On the Boulevard Anspach with the Rue de L'Eveque Bisschops, Paul you have a very central. The other alternative is Le Pan Quotidian. In the Rue Antoine Dansaert find one, decorated as your dream kitchen, with one long wooden table from which you will not want to lift. To drink a beer in a lively terrace, any time you can go to the Jardin des Fontaines Olives, right in the Marche au Charbon. From € 1.90 draft beer or bottled from € 2.60. For if it is full you have the bar right next Llanes or Au Soleil, both also with terraces and pleasant environment. Another area with good environment is the Plaza de Santa Catalina, with several outside bars under a large pine. The beer is just as cold in all but our favorite is the original Onthaal for their hammocks. Furthermore, in this square you will find a kind of bar-seafood or "tapas bar" as they call them led by Spanish. Ask for the "Duet" by 13 or 15 € (tapas combining two shrimp, octopus or squid) or "triple" with the three choices (21 €). I chuparéis fingers! But beware that only open for lunch and closed on Sundays. In Brussels you can spot trends of European fashion, from haute couture of the great international designers (Versace, Chanel, Armani, Gucci) of Waterloo Blvd and Avenue Louise, to the productions of emerging young designers Antwerp (Dirk Bikkembergs, Ann Demeulemeester, Walter Van Beirendonck, Dries Van Noten, Dirk Van Saene and Marina Yee) on Rue Antoine Dansaert. Rue Neuve. <M> Rogier. It is the ultimate shopping street in central Brussels. It crosses from Place to Place Rogier de la Monnaie. Their stores are not select boutiques, but are for the general public. Among them are Zara, H & M, Benetton, Fnac, Swarovski, among many others, in addition to the shopping center City 2 and Galleries Inno, whose building was originally designed by Victor Horta, but was rebuilt later in 1967, after a spectacular fire that killed 300 people.
     
Mussels and chips is one of the typical dishes of the city and much of the country. Most mussels are imported from Holland, Zealand region. They cost almost twice Galician mussels and half are smaller. They consume about 70 million kilos a year. The Dutch mussel is smaller and tasteless, so go with a lot of sauces, so they know something. In Zeeland mussels produce a background, small, black and rootless, extracted with a trail, like clams or cockles. Along with Galicia and Italy, the Netherlands, without being a fishing power, is one of the major producers of mussels in Europe, most of northern Europe. Dutch Mussels monopolize 95% of the Belgian market, recipient of half of the total Dutch exports of this bivalve. Although in recent years the Galician mussel was first introduced, and successfully, in Brussels restaurants. The Galician mussel advantage is that their production is not seasonal, like the Dutch, is also larger and has more flavor. A kilo of mussels is the normal ration that restaurants usually serve in a casserole with a lid that is used to store the shells. Stores large fashion chains dominate the Rue Neuve, although Rue de Midi and the Grand Place offers interesting shops. Highlights Galeries St Hubert and designer shops. The Brussels classic souvenir is chocolate. You can buy fresh and creamy pralines in Wittamer, Place du Grand-Sablon, a place that has a century perfecting recipes. Other names to consider are the magnificent Neuhaus, Grand-Place 27 and Galerie de la Reine 25-27, and Godiva, which is also found in the Grand-Place. The chain known Léonidas, Anspach 46, sells chocolate at a lower price. Belgian waffles are a tempting gift that never fails. Dandoy, Rue au Beurre 31, produce macaroons that melt in your mouth and speculoos Brussels specialty consisting of a crunchy gingerbread. A good place to buy beer is Bière Artisanale, Chaussée de Wavre 174 (tel: (02) 512 1788 website: www.users.skynet.be / beermania), which has more than 400 types of beer and glasses to suit . The designer fashion shops are concentrated in the elegant Avenue Louise and Avenue de la Toison d'Or. Some key stores in the Avenue Louise are the flagship of Belgian designers, Shine's, located at 82-84 Avenue Louise (a great place to floaty silk dresses inspired creations) and Caroline Biss, 21 Avenue Louise, which sells one more practice in street clothes. In the Rue Antoine Dansaert elegant boutiques are established names and thriving Belgian designers like Oliver Strelli, Ann Demeulemeester, Dries Van Noten and Carine Lauwers. The innovative Stijl offers a cutting edge designer clothes created by Xavier Delcour and Olivier Theyskens at number 74, underwear at number 47 and children's clothing in Kat en Muis, at number 32. An interesting shop to buy shoes is Nouchka, on Avenue de la Toison d'Or. Office buildings surrounding the Brussels North Station. Brussels North Station, is one of the three main railway stations in Brussels (the other two being the Brussels Central and Brussels South). Each domestic and international scheduled train makes stops in passing through this station. Brussels North also is the endpoint of the underground tram north-south axis and an important node Lijnbus lines (bus services in Belgium). More than 30 regional bus lines depart from here, like the Eurolines international coach services. The station has 200,000 passengers per week, mainly other travelers catching trains. Like the other major stations of Brussels, Brussels-North is characterized by poor maintenance and outdated design. Meanwhile, there are plans to renovate the building, roads and subways for pedestrians. These long-term work will begin after the renewal of the Brussels Central Station. The station is located in the municipality of Schaerbeek in Brussels, at the heart of the business district in the north, with several major corporate headquarters, such as the towers Belgacom, Dexia Tower and other government offices and ministries.
     
Entrance Royaux Musées des Beaux-Arts. www.fine-arts-at Rue museum.be Régence, 3. (From Tuesday to Sunday from 10:00 to 17:00 / input: 8 euros / students: 5 euros / combined with the Musée Magritte: 13 euros). <M> Gare Centrale. Tel 02 508 3211. The Royal Museum of Fine Arts is divided into two large independent museums under one roof. On the one hand there is the Musée d'Art Moderne which houses Dali Temptation and several works by Belgian Surrealist Paul Delvaux and Rik Wouters, among many others. It consists of eight underground levels where you can admire the museum's permanent collection and three upper floors devoted to temporary exhibitions. For many critics the best works of art are: line, Ensor, Pygmalion, Paul Delvaux, and the woman draped over the ladder, of Henry Moore. The archives of the Museum of ArteModerno have 60,000 documents and 300,000 journal articles, with a library of 100,000 volumes and a photo library of 20,000 dossiers. The Musée d'Art Ancien houses an extensive collection of paintings, sculptures and drawings from the fifteenth to the eighteenth century. An important part of the collection consists of artworks confiscated during the revolutionary period and deposited artworks by the French State, and numerous donations and legacies of some private patrons. The works are arranged in chronological order, beginning with primitive Flemish artists such as Rogier van der weyder, Petrus Christus, Dirk Bouts and Hans Memling among others. An entire room is dedicated to Pieter Brueghel the Elder. Also important are the altarpieces and sketches by Rubens, which highlights the Assumption of the Virgin, as well as Anthony Van Dyck and Jacob Jordaens and others. One of the interior rooms of the Musée des Beaux-Arts Royaux. Royaux Musées des Beaux-Arts de Belgique or Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium is one of the most famous museums in Brussels and the country. Located in the area Coudenberg near the city center. Is escorted by Instrument Museum, the Palace of Justice, among others. The Royal Museum has more than 20,000 paintings, sculptures and drawings. Several date back to the fifteenth century. A large collection of Flemish paintings. The works of painters Rogier van der Weyden, Brueghel, Jordaens Jacob and David Jacques-Lous present in the museum. Famous paintings as "The Death of Marat", or "The Fall of Icarus" are in the museum. There is also a room dedicated entirely to Peter Paul Rubens, with more than 20 paintings by this artist baroque. Sculpture "La Tour de Babel" attributed to Frans Francken II (Antwerp 1581-1642) exhibited at the Musée des Beaux-Arts Royaux. This building, one of the most important and visited museums in the country, contains important examples of classical and modern art. In total, houses some 20,000 pieces, most of them paintings, but also sculptures and drawings dating from the fourteenth century to contemporary times. Its interior boasts its large sample of Flemish painting, also highlighting the "Rubens Room", which contains twenty works of the famous painter.
     
One of the inner tubes Atomium Brussels. The Brussels Atomium means to the same as the Eiffel Tower for Paris. Symbols are created to shock the world during the universal exhibition in each city and criticized at first, has become the largest tourist attraction in each capital. Inside the spheres, exhibits of both permanent and temporary. Among the permanent exhibitions worth noting that concerns itself Exposition of 1958, which included all kinds of graphics and multimedia documents. At the top there is a restaurant area. Stewardess inside the Atomium. AREAS WITHIN AND TUBES. The space inside the Atomium passes continuously through the spheres and tubes. The design revolves around casting ideas, openness, perception and experimentation. The Atomium will take visitors on a journey through their areas, giving them a completely new aesthetic experience. A visit to the Atomium begins in the lower sphere, with an exhibition dedicated entirely to the Expo 58 and the details of how the structure was built. Following are the areas for temporary exhibitions - including artwork, photos and images of films. After that, visitors are directed to the central sphere. While waiting to be uploaded, they can quench their thirst at its two bars. In the higher sphere, the public can try the restaurant menu and enjoy the splendid panorama, created by the new windows. Going down the path of visitors continues until the area of children. This will be the gateway to a dream world, with a bedroom at night to visiting students, fully furnished with water molecules. Six of the nine areas of Atomium are accessible, offering a journey of discovery and a diverse range of perspectives. Brussels Info Place. www.biponline.be Rue Royale, 2-4. (Every day from 9:00 to 18:00 / free). Plot <M> Tel 02 563 6200. Through several multidisciplinary projects such as photography, video and performances several attempts to explain in an entertaining and fun as Brussels, and the people who inhabit it. It also serves as a tourist office and you can even buy tickets for concerts and shows. Some shows for the night can go for half price.
     
Église St-Jean Baptiste au Béguinage. Place du Béguinage. <M> Ste-Catherine. (From Tuesday to Saturday from 10:00 to 17:00 and Sunday from 10:00 to 20:00). Tel 02 217 8742. For many it is one of the most beautiful churches Belgian and was built in 1676 by Lucas Fard'herbe, a pupil of Rubens Flemish sculptor, who also participated in the creation of the Grand Place. From late baroque façade represents the architectural trends of the seventeenth century, especially in its towers and decorating their walls. The altar is of Louis XVI and the central medallion depicting the Holy Family. The pulpit, of 1757, is dedicated to St. Dominic, the founder of the Dominicans. The church suffered a fire in the past decade and was restored in 2000. Marolles panoramic elevator. Place Poelaert. (Every day from 7:00 to 23:00 / free). <M> Louise. To bridge the gap that separates Marolles area Courthouse created this glass elevator that also offers unbeatable views of the neighborhood. Palais de Charles de Lorraine. Place du Musée, 1. (Schedule as events held by the Bibliothèque royale de Belgique). <M> Gare Centrale. Tel 02 519 5595. Under a neoclassical facade, lies the Palace of Lonerna Carlos, who was governor of the city between 1744 and 1780. Currently the palace is managed by the Royal Library of Belgium that organizes guided tours and concerts.
     
Cathédrale des Sts Michael et Ste Gudule. www.cathedralestmichel.be Place Sainte Gudule. (Monday to Friday from 7:00 to 18:00 / Saturdays and Sundays from 8:30 to 18:00 / Adult: 1 euro and Roman remains and treasure museum and crypt 2.5 euros / children free). <M> Gare Centrale. Tel 02 217 8345. The construction of the Cathedral, which was first-GIATA Cole of St. Michael and St. Gudula, began in the early thirteenth century driven by Henry I, Duke of Brabant. Nearly 300 years were necessary to carry out this giant, completed a few years before the reign of Charles V, so that different styles were used for its construction, from the Romanesque to the Renaissance. The restoration of the nave and choir, which lasted from 1983 to 1989, returned to the stones, stained glass domes and their former splendor. Allowed while bringing to light important and remarkably well preserved remains of the Romanesque church of the eleventh century, on which stands the present Gothic building. The twin towers projecting from the main facade visible from much of the city. Real Neighborhood. The Royal Borough is home to most administrative buildings, religious and artistic city, such as the Royal Palace, the Museum of Modern Art and the Fine Arts and the national parliaments and flamingos among others. Also referred to this part as the Upper City, due to the gap it has with Marolles beyond the courthouse. The jet set Brussels wanders through the streets decked out with lavish jewelry and fur coats contorneándose between tearooms, chocolatiers and luxurious craft stores. In this neighborhood also houses the cathedral, huge, built under the name of St. Michael and St. Gudula (XII to XV) and the beautiful south Coudenberg Église St Jacques. Place of Brouckère. <M> Brouckère. It is one of the most prestigious squares of the city, and was named as such in honor of Broukère Charles, who was mayor of the city and a professor at the Free University of Brussels. Nearby there are several buildings of the nineteenth century French style aesthetic, the Hôtel Métropole named above, the Hôtel Continental designed in 1874 by Eugène Carpentier and a pair of contemporary glass buildings added in the 1960s.
     
Source by Jacques Berge in 1751 on the Place du Grand Sablon. At number 40 is the Musée des Posts et Telecommunications, which documents the history of mail and communications. In this square into a triangle are located elegant architectural constructions dating from the sixteenth to the nineteenth century. It is one of the finest places of the city filled with chocolate shops, tea rooms, restaurants with terraces and luxurious antique shops. Symbol of the Belgian Revolution of 1830. The Martyrs Square (Place des Martyrs) is largely unknown to tourists visiting Brussels. It is a popular tourist destination known for but while the Belgian population, especially because of its history, since it evokes the Belgian Revolution of 1830. The place is a haven of tranquility away from the hustle of the Rue Neuve (laying accessed). It was designed by architect Claude-Antoine Treasury in 1774, who surrounded himself with neoclassical buildings that now house a library, a modern theater and cabinet ministers of the Flemish Community. Although formerly called Place St. Michel, the current name is because the heroes of the war for independence from Belgium. The square is a national cemetery of the fallen during the 1830 revolution. In the center is a monument, known as Pro Patria Monument, under which there is a crypt where more than 450 bodies buried. Sculpture "L'home qui marche" in the European Quarter. Quartier Européen. When one reaches the European Quarter has the feel of the city have changed. It is located to the east, surrounded by large green areas and huge community buildings, which are located around the park Leopold, and the streets Rue de la Loi and Rue Beillard. In the past, the district was famous for hosting a residential area aimed at the upper class, but today has become the hub of the entire European Community policy. The most famous building is the Berlaymont headquarters of the European Commission. Built in the 1960s, to host the first European Union headquarters. The work was paid for by the Belgian Government and the building is inspired by the UNESCO headquarters in Paris.
     
The triumphal arch was finished was scheduled for the 50th anniversary, but only ended columns. Finished to look like wood panels were placed, and until 1905 could not be completed. The sculpture that crowns the chariot called Brabant raising the national flag, and was designed by Jules Lagae and Vincotte Thomas. Brussels European Quarter. The area is home to most of the institutions of the European Union is commonly known as the European Quarter in Brussels or in French Quartier Européen. Parliament The neighborhood was a residential area before becoming a key location for European Community policy. Large buildings are framed by three green areas east of the city, the Park of Brussels, Palais du Cinquantenaire Park and Leopold. One of the most representative buildings of the European Union is called Berlaymont. This building, with an X-shaped plant and fourteen stories high, was built in 1967 as the seat of the European Commission. Sculpture in the European Parliament. European Parliament. www.europarl.europa.eu Rue Wiertz, 43. (Guided tours Monday through Thursday from 10:00 to 15:00 and Fridays only 10:00 / Free). <M> Maelbeek. Tel 02 284 3457. The European Parliament is the only supranational institution whose members are democratically elected by direct universal suffrage, voting celebrated every five years. The buildings that make up the parliament, known as Espace Léopold, given its proximity to the park of the same name, are composed of two main buildings, the Paul-Henri Spaak and Spinelli, covering 372,000 meters square. Besides these two buildings, in 2007 two new buildings were constructed dubbed D4 and D5 respectively.
     
The European Neighbourhood nomenclature is known by the Brussels area in which they settle most of the European Union institutions. It is located between three parks (the Cinquantenaire, Brussels and the Leopold Park) and has its center at the roundabout SchumanEsta area formerly residential housing has been replaced by offices. The flagship property is the Berlaymont building, inspired by the UNESCO building in Paris and the European Commission headquarters, home to 2,000 of the 20,000 employees of the Commission to have fixed his residence in the city. The Commission has, in addition to this building, another 60 scattered around the neighborhood. In recent years it has had to increase the infrastructure as a result of recent accessions to the European Union. In addition, this area is also the Justus Lipsius building which houses the Council of the European Union and the European Council. To the south are the Parliament buildings, just between Luxemburg Square and the Leopold Park. Its main buildings are Spinelli and Paul-Henri Spaak, who are not the official venues of this institution, but which develops more than half of its activity. This complex has required continual expansion in recent years. Parc de Laeken. Parc de Laeken. <M> Heysel. Southeast of the Atomium, this park is 160 acres, which houses inside the Chinese Pavilion, the Japanese Tower, the monument to Lepold, real greenhouses, the residential real and extensive woodland where you can even get lost. This park was created and designed primarily in the time of King Leopold II. In 1873 he joined the royal palace greenhouses, including a collection of exotic trees, palms and camellias, among many other plants. The palace is closed to the public, but the greenhouses are open two weeks a year, between the months of April and May. The royal residence, or Château Royal, is the official residence of the Belgian royal family and one of the most beautiful buildings in Brussels. It was built between 1782-1784 by Charles de Wailly, but was almost destroyed by fire in 1890, so it was later rebuilt by Alphonse Balat. Near the entrance to the royal domain, there is a monument to Leopold I, the first King of the Belgians, and a little further north, a Japanese pagoda. They say that Leopold II was fascinated to see a temple similar in the Universal Exhibition of Paris of 1900, and commissioned the same architect one for himself. Right in front of the tower can be visited Japanese Chinese pavilion, designed by Alexandre Marcel between 1901 and 1909, which houses a large collection of oriental porcelain. Following the Avenue Jean Sobieski to cross La Ville du Heysel, is the Colonial Garden. It was bought in 1905 by King Leopold II to take there his collections of exotic plants brought from the Belgian Congo in 1964 and transformed into a public park. The garden is made up of a large lawn area, a colonial house and a lake where ducks swim. Further south are the Gardens Jean Sobieski, in which children can enjoy a large playground. Musée BELvue. www.belvue.be Place des Palais, 7. (From Tuesday to Sunday from 10:00 to 17:00 / input: 5 euros / students: 3 euros / combined with Coudenberg Palace: 8 euros). Plot <M> Tel 02 545 0809. Its nine rooms house an important collection of piunturas, documents and real objects that reveal the great periods in the history of Belgium through three major themes: the struggle for universal suffrage, world wars and the "golden sixties". The exhibition spaces are linked through a journey in which we present the Belgian sovereign reign of each through a selection of works and portraits that characterize their personalities and public image of the royal family. in summer you can enjoy a drink in the garden terrace.
     
Palais Royal. Place des Palais. (From mid-June to mid-September from 09:00 to 17:00). Plot <M> Tel 02 551 2020. Until 1731, this was the site of the former ducal palace, burnt down two family residences built by the architect Louis Montoyer. The work was completed in 1829 and again in 1862 during the tenure of the Duke of Brabant, future King Leopold II. The building was extended and modified interior decoration by the architect Balat. Currently not used as a royal residence, as the king and his family live in the Royal Castle of Laeken, outside Brussels. It is interesting to watch the changing of the guard that occurs several times a day. Right in front of the Royal Palace is abut the Parc de Bruxelles, a large square decorated with a French garden, occupying the hunting grounds used in medieval times by the Dukes of Brabant. In actulidad, many locals use it first thing in the morning for sports. The Arch of Triumph of the City of Brussels is located in Le Cinquantenaire Park, the largest green space in the city and one of the favorite places to take a break either after work or for tourists. The Arc de Triomphe was built, and initially as main gateway to the city for people who arrive on the east by Avenue Tervueren.
     
Square Marie Louise. Square Marie Louise. <M> Maelbeek. This is a beautiful pond surrounded by grass and vegetation, ideal for a stopover. On the path around it there are benches and a beautiful statue, for example, "Naissance d'une nation", or Lieutenant General Bernheim, hero of the First World War. In the middle of the lake there is a kind of flowing water source in the form of geysers. It is also home to a dozen ducks roam, fed by children offering them food every evening. The park Brupark seeks to highlight and strengthen the values ??of Europe, through a tour of the main attractions of the cities that compose it. The sign at the entrance, checking the distances to European capitals, begins a journey guided by sights, attractions and details that any curious traveler and enjoy. Rediscovering cities such as Ghent, Bruges and Brussels on a small scale is an incredible feeling, that does nothing to certify the emotions that we felt on seeing them live. With Britain and Ireland we take a good look at the highlights of their cities. Eurotunnel, the English Parliament and other small English towns like Bath reminded us today on British soil. So our journey continues to contemplate and enjoy every one of the 27 countries that currently make up the European Union. There were two scenarios that we called special attention. The first scenario is the representations that we saw in Spain, which highlights the bullring in Seville, with his bullfighter and bull with sound that were the delight of passers-by, confirming the view that there is abroad. The other is the representation of Vesuvius, where standing on a vibrating platform (and relaxing) we feel a live eruption. Bruparck. www.bruparck.com Boulevard du Centenaire. <M> Heysel. Tel 02 474 8383. Bruparck is the quintessential theme park of the city of Brussels. It houses the Mini-Europe, with reduced scale models of many monumenos European Union, the Océade, a hot acuátivo park and wave pool, the Kinepolis with its many theaters, and restaurants and shops grouped at Le Village.
     
A couple near the courthouse. At the foot of the Palace of Justice extends Marolles neighborhood, one of the most popular in the city. Although much of its length was expropriated for the construction of the Palace of Justice, the area has retained its spirit and originality. To bridge the gap that separates the Palace Marolles, hold a glass elevator that takes you, quickly and with good views to the next step of this route. The Marolles neighborhood is now a homogeneous network of quaint streets with their own identity. This was one of the first neighborhoods of Brussels in its own right to earn the label of European dodo the workshops and factories were eventually settling in the streets attracted a large number of workers from the most diverse backgrounds. The mix of cultures, Italian, Polish, Jewish, Portuguese and Spanish, gave the neighborhood a distinctive character. In the square Poelaert A monument by sculptor Charles Sargeant Jagger erected in 1923. Carved on the stone reads: HOMMAGE du Peuple BRITANNIQUE IN SOUVENIR DES PAR LES Genereux SECOURS PRODIGUES citoyens BELGES A Blesses Soldats ET SES CE prisonniers SONT DES HOMMES ET DE Miséricorde Charité ET LES OEUVRES Pieter de Leur SUBSISTERONT A JAMAIS 1914 - 1918 "tribute to the British people as a souvenir of relief by the generous Belgian wounded soldiers and prisoners. They are men of charity and mercy, and works of piety survive forever. " A man Marolles photography from rooftops near the courthouse. Located in central Marolles, neighborhood of Brussels par excellence is the Place du Jeu de Balle or Vossenplein. Plaza also known as the "Old Market". Jeu de Balle Square was created in 1854, while the Rue Blaes. So called "Renard" because adjoined the Rue du Renard, which existed in the s. XV. It enjoys great atmosphere and is popular for its trail, you can visit every morning. You will find the antique lovers, walkers, visitors for a day ... Over all I would recommend sitting in one of the terraces to enjoy a beer and enjoy the live music, especially in summer.
     
Church of Saint Jean Etienne et aux Minimes Sint-Jan Stefaan Minimen Ter in the Marolles. Hilton Brussels. www1.hilton.com Boulevard de Waterloo, 38. Tel: 02 504 1111. Although it could do with a good rehabilitation, meets all the quality standards of the chain. The price of 12 euros for the Internet connection is abusive, like the parking at 35 euros a day. It is recommended only for less than 90 euros offers, if no other hotels in the city more interesting. A romantic couple sitting on a bench in the square next to the elevator Poelaert Marolles. To download from the Sablon to Marolles can use unusual means of transport, a fully complimentary glass elevator from which you can enjoy a splendid view over Marolles. He was laid to bridge the gap that separates Marolles Palace. In the top (Poelaert square) there is a viewpoint from which to see some of the most emblematic buildings of the city.
     
  Hall. Stadhuis. www.brugge.be Burg, 12. (Every day from 9:30 to 17:00 / adults: 2 euros / students: 1 euro). Tel 50 44 8711. The city of Bruges was built in gothic style between 1376 and 1421, one of the oldest in the Netherlands. The Gothic Hall contains beautiful wall paintings of the nineteenth century that have historical episodes of the vicissitudes of the city and unique wood carvings on the roof adorned by a series of 16 statues representing canopies with natural elements and seasons. In an adjacent building is the Renaissance Room, which houses one of the most beautiful works of the Flemish sculpture, a beautiful marble fireplace and alabaster Blondeel Lanceloot artist's work.  
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