Brussels, Belgium In Pictures

While in Belgium, Sheila took 123 photos. Below is a sampling of some of those from Brussels. The full set is on Flickr.

Street Art

Graffiti is prevalent in Brussels. Some are more artistic than others.

Grand Place

This was such an almost overwhelming impressive area.

The Grand Place

This was such an almost overwhelming impressive area.

The Grand Place

This was such an almost overwhelming impressive area.

Belgium Waffles

There are three things food wise that Belgium is known for: beer, chocolate, and waffles. I can honestly say all three are spectacular.

Centraal Station

Centraal Station is the main hub for all the trains.

Carriages

A horse drawn carriage takes visitors through the streets of Brussels.

Street Musician

A lone sax player serenades shoppers in the streets of downtown Brussels.

The Moon

Outside of the city lights of Brussels, we happened upon this statue and the moon.

Artwork

While eating at L'Ultime Atome this piece of art was on the wall.

Atomium

Atomium is a structure set up for the 1958 World's Fair. Now it is a major attraction for Brussels.

Atomium

Atomium is a structure set up for the 1958 World's Fair. Now it is a major attraction for Brussels.

Places To Visit In Brussels, Belgium

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The Grand Place - Attraction

The Grand Place is one of the most awe inspiring places I have ever been to. We saw it both at night and during the day and must say nighttime was absolutely amazing!

Atomium - Attraction

Atomium was built for the 1958 World's Fair and still today looks like something from a sci-fi movie. It is a combination permanent and temporary exhibits.

Audio Expeditions For Brussels, Belgium

It's not quite a guided tour, but we did record an episodes of our podcast while we were in Brussels.

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Street Musicians from Europe

During our walk about the Earth, we've encountered a fair number of street musicians. And since we've always got an audio recorder on us... we recorded some of them. This week, it's a musical interlude on our show. Enjoy the sounds of a few street musicians we've met all across Europe!

Big Atoms, Tasty Waffles, and Staying to the Left

Four days in Brussels with Evo fighting a cold isn't the best time ever. Still, we got out, did some things, and made it to England. Along the way, we managed to get some recording done, too!

Video Diaries Shot In Brussels, Belgium

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Last Night In Brussels And The World's Our Moules

It's possible we were a little tipsy when we recorded this. As it turns out, Belgian beers are pretty big. Not just in size, but in alcohol content. Surprise! But that Westvleteren 12 ... Wow. Not sure it's the best beer in the world, but it's without a doubt the best Belgian beer I've had and clearly worth the 100 points!. Gotta come over here to get it!

Food Choices In Brussels, Belgium

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L'Ultime Atome - Eatery

This is a nice restaurant with a good menu and a decent selection of beers. The portions were hefty and the food was good. The atmosphere is lovely. If we had more time I think we would have headed back.

Friterie Tabora - Waffles

Friterie Tabora makes waffles fresh and hot, and drizzled with chocolate. Sure, we looked like tourists eating them, but they were pretty damned fine. And we were cold, so the warmth helped, too!

Pierre Ledent - Macarons

Macarons, at least those from Pierre Ledent, are little tastes of heaven. The cookies are of the lightest and crispiest goodies I've ever had. And the sweet filling is extremely rich, but not in a thick, syrupy sort of way.

Aux Gaufre de Bruxelles - Eatery

Right up there with the beer and chocolate of Belgium is the waffles. And Aux Gaugre de Bruxelles does not disappoint. There were so many different options that it was really difficult to choose.

La Maison des Crêpes - Eatery

I love crêpes! I am typically a sweet crepe lover and not so much of the savory! However, all that changed when we stopped by this gem of a place.

Belgian Frit 'N Toast - Eatery

This is the first fast food restaurant I've been to where they come to your table to take your order and then bring your food to you as well.

Bars & Pubs In Brussels, Belgium

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Au Brasseur - Pub

Drinking Au Brasseur was a treat. The staff spoke much better English than we spoke French, and were happy to swap out a couple of beers on the standard flight to a few we hadn't tried. No up charge, either. This place is pretty popular with the locals, as everyone seemed to know everyone.

Delirium Café - Bar

With more than 2,000 (actually they're approaching 2,500) beers from around the world, this three story bar was right up our alley. Both of us were able to choose beers which suited our own tastes.