| About Belgium |
Location : Western Europe, bordering the North Sea, between France and the Netherlands.
Major Attractions :-
Beaches - Belgium has made the most of its 66 km of coastline with 15 resorts stretching its entire length with a real seaside atmosphere.
Cities - Its historic cities and museums are a great draw, none more so than Bruges, with its canals and cobbled streets it is often referred to as 'the Venice of the North'.
Antwerp with it's diamond heritage is popular as of course is the famous capital Brussels
Hiking - The forested Ardennes in the south with its rivers and gorges appeals to nature lovers and hikers.
Nightlife : Lots of lively pubs, bars, discos and superb restaurants, you will find plenty to keep you occupied until the early hours.
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Official Name: Kingdom of Belgium
Capital: Brussels
Area: 30,510 sq. km
Coastline: 66 km
Climate: Temperate; mild winters, cool summers; rainy, humid, cloudy
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Terrain: Flat coastal plains in northwest, central rolling hills, rugged mountains of Ardennes Forest in southeast
Languages: Dutch 58%, French 32%, German 10%, legally bilingual (Dutch and French)
Currency: Euro (EUR)
Time: GMT +2 hr. (Summer), GMT +1 hr. (Winter)
Flying Time: London - Brussels 1h 00m |
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