One of the most culturally and artistically enriched nations in the European continent, Belgium offers one of the dynamic traveling experiences for just about any kind of traveler. Strewn across the many cities, there are scores of famous tourist spots in Belgium, ideal for both history lovers and for globe trekkers. Bordered by countries like France, Germany and Holland, Belgium historically reminds one of the lost roman province of Gaul. A major mining area for diamonds, Belgium was not only a major trading center of Europe in the medieval era, but also a potential economic powerhouse of the contemporary world. In fact, the capital city of Brussels is also known as the capital of Europe, since it is the headquarters of NATO, one of the most famous tourist spots in Belgium.
Apart from being one of the major administrative cities of the country, Brussels is also one of the most visited cities of the country and Europe. Apart from being the domicile for all famous tourist spots in Belgium, it is a city strewn with over 80 museums, belonging to different categories. If you are a nature lover, then the river Cruises of Belgium are just the right way to begin your sojourn to the famed places in Belgium. Take a ride down the Lys river to witness the old world charm of the city of Bruges.
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If history and architecture excites you, then cannot just miss the Gran Palace of Brussels, among the famous tourist spots in Belgium. A magnificent articulation of art and architecture, this palace is thought to have been built around the late 17th century by the French in Belgium. A world heritage site, this place throws light on the social and political life prevailing in those days in Belgium. Another stark contrast to this are the historical sites in Belgium is the Mini Europe and Atomium Museum in the city of Brussels. Located in Bruparck, the Atomium is a magnificent structure which represents the atom, of course in a magnified version.
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Here in Mini Europe, you can witness all the famous monuments in Europe, however in their miniature versions. One of the most frequently visited famous tourist spots in Belgium, this is indeed a great recreation place for all members of the family. Among the other museums in Belgium are Royal Museum of fine arts, Diamond Land which is the largest diamond showroom in Antwerp, the Diamond Museum in Bruges which is among the five diamond museums in the world, just to cite some.
Belgium is a country with ecstatic beauty and a never to forget experience for any traveler, discover about the other aspects of traveling to Belgium and Traveling to European countries through our pages of europetravelhub.com.
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