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travels and today we're discussing why Belgium should be your next destination
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bell to be notified about our latest videos for this list we're looking at this European
country's destinations and cultural attributes that can make it your next dream vacation
festivals every day in Belgium feels like a festive event so in an actual festival
or Carnival rolls into town the celebration is naturally taken to the next level arguably the
country's most famous and eccentric Festival is Tomorrowland the name suggests something
futuristic but this electronic Dance Festival is more like a fusion of different philosophies art
styles and stories passed down through generations while each year changes up the theme they all
possess The Surreal essence you might find at Mardi Gras Burning Man or a Terry Gilliam picture
like most Belgium festivals Tomorrowland is also draped in folklore and while Tomorrowland is the
main attraction Belgium also covers a wide range of events from Christmas celebrations to film
festivals whichever suits your interest there will be lights sounds and cheers at every turn
canals for visitors looking to take a canal Voyage Venice is the European destination
that immediately comes to mind Belgium offers an alternative that is equally stunning although not
as conventionally romantic as Venice the canals of Belgium are every bit as mystical and captivating
while Amsterdam and Saint Petersburg have also been described as the Venice of the north we'd
argue that the West Flanders capital of Bruges makes the strongest claim to this title with
quaint historic buildings lining the canals of rose and Hawkeye Augustine and various others the
city of Ghent is equally enchanting for a boat ride with multi-colored flowers only adding to
the atmospheric architecture the canals almost have a theme park qualities to them but they
lack the corny mimicry you'd find in Orlando or Anaheim Belgium is the real deal and it's best
experienced on a boat the easy travel for many the most frustrating part about traveling is
getting from place to place in Belgium The Voyage to your destination is not only convenient but
half the fun in addition to the boats folks can easily navigate on a bike aboard a bus or ride
in the Train the latter is the ideal way to get around especially if you're going from one city to
another since Belgium is a small country you won't have to spend too much time in transit to get from
Bruges to Brussels for example you'll spend just over an hour on a train being treated to stunning
sites along the way since Belgium neighbors France Germany and the Netherlands one can simply go back
and forth between countries via train you can get from Brussels to Amsterdam in under two hours for
a wide reaching European Vacation bake Belgium your hub the battlefields and memorials Belgium
has been called the battlefield of Europe the country has a long history of significant military
conflicts including the Battle of Waterloo however it was Belgium's prevalence throughout the two
world wars that solidified this unfortunate status nowadays Belgium is one of the most peaceful
European countries that one can visit however the ghosts of the past can still be felt at several
haunting sites the sanctuary wood Museum Hill 62 emerges visitors in World War one making them feel
like they're wandering through the trenches of ipra be sure to pay your respects to the Fallen
at cemeteries like tynkot or memorials such as meningate and your tour on a high note by
ascending to the Lion's Mound a triumphant Monument commemorating the Waterloo battle
castles Belgium frequently warrants comparison to a fantasy Village this can be at least partially
attributed to the Charming castles even the country houses and manners are so splendorous
that one might assume that royalty once lived there whether you label them as castles or Chateau
Belgium hosts a wealth of autocratic architecture but you don't need a loaded wallet to admire these
structures the Gravenstein encompasses what most people think of when they Envision a
medieval castle being constructed from Limestone and Sandstone with a surrounding moat Chateau de
vev could easily be mistaken for Hogwarts with its round towers and inside Courtyard even sites
that have seen better days such as the ruins of mon Quinton Castle have an awe-inspiring
sentiment that are specially entice history Buffs beer in Belgium beer is more than just
a frosty beverage it's ingrained in the country's culture Heritage and way of life a wide array of
amazing beer Styles originate from Belgium you can walk into a store with a huge variety of
beer to choose from whichever tickles your taste buds picking a location is almost as integral as
selecting a drink there are over 14 000 bars pubs and nightclubs Belgium also has over 300
breweries many of which provide tours and given Belgium's aptitude for festivals it shouldn't come
as a surprise that some of them are dedicated to beer there are more than a few reasons why UNESCO
include a Belgian beer culture on their list for intangible cultural heritage of humanity
the comic book scene Marvel DC Dark Horse these are all publisher names associated with the comic
book scene and they're all American based however Belgium has a very strong Comics Heritage you
might even be surprised to learn that some of your favorite animated shows growing up were based on
Belgium Comics including the Adventures of Tintin and the Smurfs all the characters might not be as
recognizable to westerners like Philippe galuck's lechar that's all the more reason to visit though
as Belgium will open you to a world of comics you never knew existed the Belgian comic strip
center is a great place to start as it even has a library where you can brush up on the classics
Belgium isn't just for Comic enthusiasts though but admirers of surreal art as well
the halibus most folks flock to Belgium for the architecture but the country's natural beauty
sometimes isn't as prominent if you're looking to take a break from architecture and air vanity take
a harmless detour in the halibos near Brussels this calming Locale is sometimes referred to as
the blue Forest this name largely stems from the Bluebell carpet which lines the forest in shades
of violet and of course blue looking up you'll find yourself boarded by towering trees accessible
by car or public transport the halibus provides over 1 000 acres to explore whether experience
with your family a significant other or yourself it's a spacious area for walking cycling and
clearing one's mind we recommend visiting April or May to see the bluebells in full bloom the cuisine
ever notice you see the word Belgium attached to many delicious dishes the most common delightful
menu item is perhaps Belgian waffles which are of course the tastiest way to start off any day in
the country itself whatever you order for lunch and dinner you'll want a side of crispy Belgian
fruits or maybe you prefer to get the fries to go in a paper cone and eat them as you sightsee you
can never go wrong with chocolate but no country has mustard confectionery like Belgium if you're
trying to watch your figure on this trip fear not gens has been dubbed the veggie capital of Europe
guaranteeing plenty of healthy options the fairy tale-like towns and cities at some point during
your youth chances are you visited a storybook or fairy tale amusement park Belgium takes you back
with childhood Nostalgia but its towns also strike a balance between fun and culture that will appeal
to your sophisticated side Bruges is a historical high point of any trip with the marks providing
the city's Beating Heart the views of gens are every bit as Gothic and magical but the graffiti
scene provides an urban touch that's beaming with creativity the capital city of Brussels
is distinguished with the Grand Palace a superb venue for festivals and other Gatherings few
countries are as enchanting as Belgium and its Rich history has been preserved within the wars
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