Beer, Brussels And Chocolate: Top Things To Do In Belgium

It is a unique mix of culture and is divided into two major regions: The French speaking Wallonia in the south and the Dutch speaking Flanders in the north.
However English is spoken widely given the Belgians have compulsory education up to the age of 18 years (one of the highest in the world).
In this article we will discuss the top things to do/visit in Belgium and hopefully learn a few interesting facts along the way.
Brussels: The Belgian capital boasts amazing architecture, shops, museums and restaurants.
The city's main square 'La Grand Place' is lined with 17th century baroque townhouses, guild houses and a 13th century gothic town hall and houses a variety of terraced cafes in which you can sip coffee on a fine evening while observing your grand surroundings.
Other places worth visiting are the Atomium, Royal Palace and Galeries St.
Hubert.
Bruges: A picturesque town with a medieval feel, Bruges is surrounded by a wide network of Canals.
It is a UNESCO world heritage site and famous for its 55 chocolate shops and chocolate museum.
It also has many places of note like the De Halve Maan brewery and theGroeninge Museum.
However mostly you'll want to just stroll around this beautiful city with its quaint streets.
Antwerp: Known as Belgium's creative city, Antwerp was home to the famous artists Rubens and Van Dyke back in the 16th and 17th centuries.
You can visit their houses and studios and take a look at their masterful works.
The Antwerp Fashion Museum is a haven for fashionistas.
The new Red Star Line museum chronicles the story of the European emigrants' journey to a new life in America.
Try the city's famous gin (jenever) and take a look at the extensive collection of diamonds.
Almost 85% of the world's rough diamonds (and 50% of cut diamonds) are traded here.
A Fairytale Castle(s): Namur in Belgium's French Wallonia territory, is the place for castles.
The Castle of Veves which dates back to the 15th century is a prime example of a fairy tale castle with pointed towers.
The Caste of Annevoieis a beautiful chateau designed in the 18th century.
It has ornate gardens which are filled with elegant fountains and waterfalls.
The Castle of Lavaux-Ste-Anne is a series of domes which contain 3 distinct museums and a collection of stuffed animals.
The Castle and Gardens of Freÿr house huge mazes and a wonder collection of gardens.
For the Photographer: Charleroi is the biggest city in Wallonia and has the largest Museum of Photography in Europe.
It is very interesting and tells the history of photography from its advent to the current day.
This city also has other attractions like the Glass Museum and Cartier Chateau.