This is supposed to be a national symbol of Belgium? A bronze boy barely 55 centimeters tall, peeing into a basin, hidden on a street corner that you might almost walk past if it weren’t for the crowds. Doesn’t Brussels have any other attractions? Many visitors push their way to the front, snap a photo, feel disappointed by its small size, and move on. One Australian travel journalist even called it the most disappointing monument in the world. But anyone who looks into the story… read more
The Abbey of Villers-la-Ville is one of the most impressive historical sites in Belgium and at the same time an outstanding example of Cistercian architecture. It is located in the province of Walloon Brabant, about 30 kilometers south of Brussels, nestled in a wooded valley landscape. Today, the site presents itself as a monumental ruin complex. The abbey was founded in 1146, when a small group of Cistercian monks from the French monastery of Clairvaux came to Villers at the invitation of the local nobleman… read more
Belgium has one of the densest inland waterway networks in the world. The main routes can be broadly divided into three categories: the “major arteries”, connecting canals, and scenic waterways used primarily for tourism. the major Arteries Scheldt The Scheldt rises in Gouy in northern France and flows into the North Sea near Vlissingen in the Netherlands, after about 350 kilometers. In Belgium it is the most important waterway, the port of Antwerp is the second largest in Europe. The river also flows through Ghent… read more
Belgium is a small country filled with historically significant sites. Currently, there are 79 UNESCO World Heritage sites in Belgium, with more being added. Here is an updated overview: Grand Place in Brussels The Grand Place in Brussels was built in the 11th century and is now the historic center of Brussels. Originally, the square showcased a vibrant mix of styles from the 15th to the 17th centuries. After its destruction in 1695, the city council redesigned it with its current cohesive Baroque facade. Major… read more