Belgium
Updated, Feb 2024
Belgium is in the north western part of the mainland Europe. It borders Netherlands in the north and France in the south, which also have influenced it respectively. Northern Dutch speaking region known as Flanders and southern French speaking region known as Wallonia. It also shares some part of its eastern border with Germany and Luxembourg. And some part of north is coastal which opens in North Sea.
Brussels is the capital city of the country. Antwerp is the second biggest and major port city of Belgium. Bruges is one of the most attractive with its canals. There are many other attractive medieval cities like Gent, Liege, Leuven popular among visitors. Belgium is famous for its chocolates, waffles and also Belgian beers.
Antwerp is a historic city in Belgium, known for its diamond trade, fashion industry, and beautiful architecture. It is home to the famous Antwerp Six fashion designers and has a vibrant cultural scene. The city is also a major port and transportation hub.
Bruges is a picturesque city in Belgium, known for its well-preserved medieval architecture and canals. It is a popular tourist destination and a UNESCO World Heritage site, famous for its chocolate and lace.
Brussels is the capital city of Belgium. Its north of France and has effect of French and Dutch culture and language. it’s a multicultural and diverse city. Brussels has its historical and modern world. many attractions to visit. bike or walk, take a taste of Belgium at the restaurants, try Belgian beer, waffle also shopping and nightlife.
Ghent is a charming city in Belgium, known for its medieval architecture, lively cultural scene, and vibrant student population. It is a popular destination for tourists and locals alike.
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Population: 11.6 million
Currency: Euro, € , 1 euro = 100 cents
Language: Dutch, French, German
Religion: Majority Christian Catholic and non religious
Time zone: Central European Time (GMT/UTC+1), Daylight saying: +1 hr (from last sunday of March to last sunday of October)
Electricity and Plug: Type C & Type F ,AC, 230 volts, 50 Hz.
Type C – Europlug, from connox.com 
Type F, from connox.com
Emergency no: 112 European emergency number,
Medical & Fire 100
Police 101
Country code: 0032 or +32
