Over View
As the de facto capital of the European Union and the headquarters of NATO, Brussels is a city of immense political weight, yet it retains a quirky, small-town charm. It is a bilingual city (French and Dutch) known for its “Surrealist” attitude. The city center is anchored by the Grand Place, a UNESCO World Heritage site famous for its ornate guildhalls and the Gothic Town Hall. Brussels is the ultimate destination for food lovers, celebrated globally for its chocolate, waffles, frites (fries), and a beer culture that ranges from Trappist ales to spontaneous fermentation lambics. Beyond the glass-and-steel EU district, the city offers Art Nouveau architecture, comic book murals on building walls, and a relaxed, cosmopolitan atmosphere.
