Brussels (collage)

Walking around Brussels Main routes: 🏛️ Historical center: Grand Place - one of the most beautiful squares in Europe with the town hall and guild houses Manneken Pis - the famous statue-symbol of the city Cathedral of St. Michael and St. Gudula - Gothic cathedral Royal Palace - the official residence of the monarch Galerie St. Hubert (Galeries Royales Saint-Hubert) - luxury shopping arcades of the 19th century 🎨 Cultural areas: Sablon - antique shops, chocolate boutiques, square with fountain Marolles - bohemian area with flea market and street art European Quarter - modern buildings of the European Parliament and the European Commission 🏗️ Modern attractions: Atomium - futuristic structure in the form of an atom (symbol of Expo 58) Mini-Europe - a miniature park of European attractions Gastronomy: Belgian chocolate (Neuhaus, Pierre Marcolini, Mary) Waffles (briose and Brussels) Belgian beer (more than 1000 varieties) French fries (frites) with mayonnaise Mussels (moules-frites) Features: The city is bilingual (French and Dutch) Well-developed public transport (metro, trams, buses) Many pedestrian areas in the center UNESCO recognized the Grand Place as a World Heritage Site Best time: from May to September, when the weather is comfortable for walking.