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Brussels


Brussels (Dutch: Brussel; French: Bruxelles) is the capital and largest city of Belgium. As of 2005 estimates, the city itself has a population of 1,024,492, with an an estmated total of nearly 2 million people living in the metropolitan area.

Brussels is home to many European and international institutions. This includes being the political seat of the Western European Union, NATO and the European organization for safety of air navigation, EUROCONTROL. Additionally, the European Union's European Commission and Council of the European Union are headquartered in Brussels, and some of the European Parliament's functions are performed in the city.

Grand Place, Brussels, Belgium
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Buildings Along a Canal, Brussels-Charleroi Canal, Brussels, Belgium
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Buildings Along a Canal, Brussels-Charleroi Canal, Brussels, Belgium

 
 
Barge in a Canal, Brussels-Charleroi Canal, Brussels, Belgium
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Barge in a Canal, Brussels-Charleroi Canal, Brussels, Belgium

 
 
Brussels, Belgium, c.1837
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Brussels, Belgium, c.1860
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Brussels Sprouts on Stalks (Brassica Oleracea Gemmifera) Developed in Brussels, Belgium
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Brussels Sprouts on Stalks (Brassica Oleracea Gemmifera) Developed in Brussels, Belgium

 
 
Belgium EU 50th Anniversary, Brussels, Belgium
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Belgium EU 50th Anniversary, Brussels, Belgium

 
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Streetwise Brussels Map - Laminated City Center Street Map of Brussels, Belgium - Folding pocket size travel map with metro map

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Streetwise Brussels Map - Laminated City Center Street Map of Brussels, Belgium - Folding pocket size travel map with integrated metro map including tram lines & stations

This map covers the following areas:
Main Brussels Map 1:17,000
Brussels City Center Map 1:11,000
Domaine Royal Area Map 1:21,000
Brussels Area Map 1:140,000
Brussels Metro Map

Home to the administrative and legislative offices of the European Union and NATO, Brussels is known to attract Eurocrats. For regular visitors however, the character of Belgium is low key, bordering on cozy. The city is full of delights - the Grand Palace, moules frites (mussels with fries), pralines, uncrowded museums, art nouveau, Tintin, great beer and chocolate to die for. Think of Brussels as a less expensive version of Paris; similar scale, architecture, food, shopping, walking tours and quality hotels.

Plan to go now, and take the STREETWISE® map of Brussels, as it has everything you’ll need for a wonderful visit.

The main map of Brussels covers a large part of the central city in detail and contains all important sites, hotels, architecture, metro stations and parks. The inset map of Brussels City Center enables you to walk and experience the warren of old streets and visit sites at your leisure with confidence. The inset map titled Domaine Royal Area Map depicts the major park and shows attractions such as the location of the famous Atomium, recently restored and reopened. The Brussels Area Map depicts all major routes into and out of Brussels. This Brussels map is also useful when renting a car for adventures outside the city.

Our pocket size map of Brussels is laminated for durability and accordion folding for effortless use. The STREETWISE® Brussels map is one of many detailed and easy-to-read city street maps designed and published by STREETWISE®. Buy your STREETWISE® Brussels map today and you too can navigate Brussels, Belgium like a native. For a larger selection of our detailed travel maps simply type STREETWISE MAPS into the Amazon search bar.

Michelin Noord- En Midden-Belgie, Belgique Nord Et Centre/ Belgium, Brussels, Oostende, Liege (Multilingual Edition)

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An annually updated road map of Brussels, Oostende, and Liege, covering the main and secondary road networks across the region. Scale: 1/200,000 - 1cm=2km Legend/Key in four languages (Dutch, French, English, German)

Brussels (EYEWITNESS TRAVEL GUIDE)

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This travel guide covers all the major sights - museums, galleries, churches, parks and historic monuments - in Brussels, Bruges, Ghent and Antwerp. It offers special features on Belgium history , culture and art and includes material on art nouveau, tapestry, lace and architecture. Its cutaways, floor plans and 3-D maps help you to explore sights including Cathedrale St-Michel-et-Gidule, Musees Royaux des Beaux Arts: d'art ancient and d'art moderne, Parc Cinquantenaire and Groeninge Museum.

Brussels, Bruges, Antwerp and Ghent (DK Eyewitness Top 10 Travel Guide)

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Brussels, Bruges, Antwerp and Ghent (DK Eyewitness Top 10 Travel Guide)
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"DK Eyewitness Top 10 Brussels, Bruges, Antwerp & Ghent" will lead you straight to the best attractions this region has to offer. Whether you're looking for vibrant festivals and lively nightlife or want to find the best attractions in Brussles for suberb Belgium beer; this guide is the perfect pocket-sized companion. You can rely on dozens of Top 10 lists for all budgets - from the Top 10 purveyors of fine chocolate and the Top 10 art nouveau landmarks to the Top 10 restaurants, outdoor activities, shops and hotels in the region and, to save you time and money, there's even a list of the Top 10 things to avoid. "DK Eyewitness Top 10 Brussels, Bruges, Antwerp & Ghent" is packed with beautiful illustrations of the region's attractions, providing the insider knowledge every visitor needs to know. Explore every corner effortlessly using the FREE pull-out map, plus many smaller maps included within the guide. This is your guide to the Top 10 best of everything in Brussels, Bruges, Antwerp & Ghent

Insight Guide Brussels (Belgium Series)

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Brussels Bruges Antwerp and Ghent Encounter (Best Of)

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What Will Your Brussels, Bruges, Antwerp & Ghent Encounter Be…

Languidly cycling and cruising along tranquil waterways
Sampling delectable pralines made from exotic teas
Gazing at the North Sea on a coast-hugging tram ride
Picking up an outfit by one of the avant-garde Antwerp Six designers
Ordering a golden ale with a clever clap-of-the-palm hand signal
Enjoying crispy frites, steaming waffles or mulled wine at an open-air market

Discover Twice The City in Half The Time

Full-color pull-out map and detailed neighborhood maps make navigation easy
Our expert author recommends the very best sights, restaurants, shops and entertainment
Unique itineraries to help you make the most out of a short trip
Meet the locals: a sixth-generation waffle baker, a contemporary designer, and a choclatier

Michelin Brussels/Oostende/Liege, Belgium Map No. 213 (Michelin Maps & Atlases)

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Michelin Brussels/Oostende/Liege, Belgium Map No. 213 (Michelin Maps & Atlases)
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The Rough Guide to Brussels 4 (Rough Guide Travel Guides)

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The Rough Guide to Brussels is the ultimate companion to the beer-guzzling capital of Belgium. The full-colour introduction gives an inspiring insight into many of the city''s highlights, from the top museums to Brussel’s handsome Art Nouveau buildings. There are two new full-colour sections on the nation’s twin passions, beer and food, plenty of easy-to-use maps and that essential practical information. You’ll find dozens of extensive, up-to-the-minute reviews for bars, shopping, entertainment, restaurants and hotels of Berlin for every budget. With delightful day-trips to the neighbouring cities of Bruges, Ghent and Antwerp, this is your must-have item to the cultural and political hotspot of Brussels

 

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Travel in Belgium; Brussels Universal and International Exhibition, 1910.

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