Belgium is a northwestern European nation with multilingual, multicultural, and historical significance. It is surrounded by the four neighboring countries: France, the Netherlands, Germany, and Luxembourg. Thus, it is ideal for weekend getaways and short trips from these country sides. It is the original land where “French fries” came into being. The country is divided into two lingual blocks: Dutch-speaking Flanders and French-speaking Wallonia.
Belgium has to be included in the top list of European attractions, for its rich culture and art significance. Otherwise, the epic views of galleries, museums, and remnants of the medieval Bronze Age will not be revealed to the visitors.
The striking explorations of Belgium are the surreal fine arts and culture like belfry bells, arcades, avant-garde paintings, cathedrals, and castles and scenic natural spots like caves, rivers, rugged hills, and forests.
Do not miss out the marvelous cloisters, gothic culture exhibitions, and castles of Ghent, Brussels, Bruges, Antwerp, Dinant, Liege, and Mons.
Ghent
Ghent is the capital city of the Flanders province. It is the second largest city north of the Alps. It explores the flying buttresses of Gothic architecture, the gateway ruins with Romanesque arches, and Baroque art galleries. The city is known for its polyptych paintings, “the Adoration of the Mystic Lamb” being one among inspirations.
Brussels
Brussels is the capital city of Belgium and is recognized as a UNESCO Heritage Site originated in the 13th century. It combines both the culture of Flanders and Wallonia. The city represents the incredible art with gables, ornate stone carving, and pillars. The Atomium is the Brussels’ Eiffel Tower. Gargoyles on the Cathedral of St. Michael and St. Gudula are gorgeous architecture in Brussels.
Bruges
Bruges is noteworthy for exquisite canals, which shows the history of the Vikings. It is the Europe’s “Venice of the East.” The holistic tourist exploration of the city is possible only by foot rather than by boat. Meanwhile, one may enjoy the glimpses of beauty of the canals through boating. The Belfry Tower, the Flemish Béguinages, and the Groeninge Museum are the prominent places in Bruges.
Antwerp
Antwerp is the diamond capital city of the world. It is a vibrant nightlife city thriving in fine arts and technology. The great Flemish bigwigs Rubens and Van Dyke are revered for their medieval paintings. They are among the six jewels of Antwerp. One may explore the houses and studios of all the six.
Dinant
Dinant is in the Nemur province, which is along the banks of the Meuse River. The clifftop citadels and the Sanctuary of Beauraing are incredible views besides the most popular caves of Han and the Grotto of Dinant.
Liege
Liege is the capital of Wallonia and situated on the Meuse River. It is known for the arts, archaeology, and art & glass museums. The Blegny mines and the Henri Chapelle American Military Cemetery are nearby locations from the city.
Mons
Mons is a vibrant city accessed in an hour from Brussels. The city center is “Grand Place” within which museums, shops, and restaurants are widely spread. The main square is surrounded by the Breadhouse building, Baroque houses, the Gothic Town Hall, and luxurious guildhalls.
Visit the small country of Belgium with exceptional fine art significance.