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A visit to Brussels will undoubtedly involve a considerable amount of time spent at Grand Place’s square, one of the most beautiful in the world and protected by UNESCO. Whether it is your first time or you have been there before, the beauty of the Grand Place square is untiring and worth visiting and revisiting. During the day you can  profit from visits to the guildhalls and pleasant afternoon at cafes and take a look at humorous Mannekin Pis, the small boy’s statue known all over the world. At nightfall you shall be awed by the magnificence of the gloriously lit up square. And there is a great deal more on offer, so take a look at some suggestions below and make the most of your stay in the lovely city of Brussels.

Museums

Brussels might surprise you with the quality of its Fine Arts Museum, a large building composed of different museums. The highlights are the comprehensive collection of Flemish Art from the 15th to the 18th Centuries at the Oldmasters Museum and the Rubens Room, with many paintings by the renowned painter. Nearby, do not miss the small Magritte Museum, focused on the Belgian artist recognizable by… Read more »

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Sablon

We headed to the lovely neighborhood of Sablon at the suggestion of a friend who lives locally. Set on a hill, this charming area has indeed plenty to see and do. Our first visit was to the Petit Sablon square, an adorable small square with a beautiful fountain at its center and a wrought iron fence with small sculptures on its pillars, surrounded by statues… Read more »

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