Mid-semester Reflection-- 1) Brussels, Belgium

We've hit the halfway mark in the semester =( It is October 31st (HAPPY HALLOWEEN btw!!!) and time for some reflection. I have been very fortunate to travel to so many places in Europe and would like to tell all of those who are interested a little bit about each spot.

Starting with...

Brussels, Belgium:

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Beautiful city-- particularly the Grand Place, or the historic market square, featuring guild houses and the Gothic Town Hall.

Quick facts:
* Brussels is more than 1,000 years old
* It is the European capital, housing the European Commission, the Council of Ministers, and the European Parliament
* French and Flemish are the city's official languages

~A neat landmark to visit in Brussels is the Atomium, which was built for the World Expo:


Other notable metions...

* For those who enjoy drinking beer, be sure to stop at the Delirium Cafe-- a pub that is located in an 18th century basement, offering over 2,000 types of beer. Although I am allergic to beer, it was def a neat place to visit.

* It is highly recommended that you purchase and devour at least two or three Belgian chocolates.


* While walking around the city, look out for the playful comics painted on some of the buildings...


Isn't that so cool & adorable?

* And please walk down this street:



That is, indeed, a gorgeous church sitting on a random street corner. Gotta love the juxtaposition of Old & Modern Europe.

Reflective posts about European cities and countries to be continued! <3

With love,
Caroline