Famous Places in Belgium
Brussels
Brussels is officially known as Brussels Region, is the capital city and is one of the most famous places in Belgium. Brussels is rich in culture and heritage and there are a number of architectural and heritage buildings. Brussels has diverse architecture, right from medieval to postmodern building. The main attraction in Brussels is the Grand Palace, the Atomium etc. There are also a number of other architectural buildings and monuments, which you can visit during your stay at Belgium.
Ghent
Ghent is a small, old city and is situated in the Flemish region. The city has a port and university, which is worth visiting and is one of the famous places in Belgium. Graslei is the most beautiful and scenic place in Ghent. There is a typical old world charm in this city and a pace of its own, which is unaffected by modernity.
Museum of Fine Arts
If you are an art lover, then you can visit Museum of Fine Arts, located at Ghent. Visit to famous places in Belgium is incomplete, if you do not drop in at Museum of Fine Arts. As it is museum of fine arts, the museum houses paintings mostly. There are number of rooms which houses various art works, starting right from 15th century.
Antwerp
Antwerp is an important city, both economically and culturally. The city had various old buildings, but they were destroyed by fire. In recent times, all the important buildings were demolished and were reconstructed once again. You can visit the Antwerp zoo, St. James church, Central station etc.
World War I Battle fields
Famous places in Belgium also include visiting historical places. World War I Battle fields have a number of historical items, which were used during the war. A number of old cannons are still found there, which are displayed for public viewing. Visiting this place is a reminiscent of past, which helps you to know about the past.
Visiting chocolate factories
If you want to relax and enjoy some good chocolates during your trip to Belgium, you can drop in at the various chocolate factories that are there in Belgium. You can have a look inside the factories and can also enjoy some chocolates, while touring the whole place.
Museum of Chocolate and Cocoa
The museum of chocolate and cocoa is one of the famous places in Belgium. You can see a variety of chocolates at display. This museum reflects that Belgian chocolates are world famous and the museum is a must-see.
Middelheim Park
Middelheim Park is an open air park and sculpture museum. This park has a collection of more than 300 art work and sculptures. Entry to this park is free and the visitors can enjoy the art works and sculptures, by taking a leisurely stroll inside the park.
