The Brussels-Capital of Belgium, is located in the central portion of the country and is a part of both the French Community of Belgium and the Flemish Community. Brussels is the administrative, commercial, and financial heart of Belgium, and the majority of services and institutions of national importance are based in the city. Brussels is, in addition, a major European tourist and cultural attraction, functioning simultaneously as a regional metropolis and an international centre.
The Atomium
The Atomium was constructed for the first post-war universal world exhibition (EXPO 58) The nine spheres represent an iron crystal magnified 165 billion times. They represent the faith one had in the power of science and moreover in nuclear power. Built in 1958 as the main pavilion for the Brussels’ world fair, it was named the world’s most bizarre building in 2013 by CNN.. The Atomium consists of nine spheres, only six of which are open to the public. An elevator takes people to the top of the structure, but otherwise visitors travel between the spheres on escalators.
The Brussels Cathedral
The Brussels Cathedral, formally known as the Cathedral of St. Michael and St. Gudula is a truly magnificent structure. The main part of this Catholic church dates to the 11th century while the towers were constructed in the 13th century. All told, it took about 300 years to build this impressive stone church. Named after the country’s patron saints, it is Belgium’s main church. Visitors will be awed by the beautiful stained glass windows.
The Grand Place
The Grand Place is indeed grand. As the city’s central square, it is a most visited landmark, home to two of the main attractions in Brussel, the Town Hall and City Museum, as well as former.
