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Brussels is the capital of Belgium
and the administrative centre of the European Union and has earned
the title of the Capital of Europe. The city has been given its
character by the coexistence of French and Flemish culture and
visitors can enjoy picturesque medieval streets, lively squares,
boulevards, impressive monuments, parks, cafés and restaurants.
Architectural styles range from Gothic cathedrals and churches
to the gracious classical facades of the Palais des Nations,
the Royal Palace and the many art nouveau and art deco houses.
The Grand Place, the focal point of the city's social and civic
life, is a historic square lined with exuberantly ornate guild
houses. The flower market is held in this magnificent setting
every Sunday morning. |