Belgium is the little country that could. Home to the headquarters of the European Union, this country is sadly often passed over when tourists are planning trips to Europe – most usually only stop over used as a stepping-stone on their way across the English Channel to London, Paris, or Amsterdam. But there’s a lot more here than simply the city of Brussels, and the mixture of fantastic cuisine, beer, people, countryside, and history make this little country a haven for the true traveller who wants to experience it all.
You do not require a visa at this point in time if you are a UK citizen, although regulations can change without notice. If you want to validate the current travel requirements you can see Belgium’s UK-based embassy website at www.diplomatie.be.
Belgium boasts a variety of undiscovered seaside towns, and the wooded gorges of the amazing Ardennes, dotted throughout with medieval castles, are rich with ancient superstitions and folklore. The historic Gothic buildings that sprout up throughout this country are testament to the charm of the era, and prove that there is much, much more to this country than first meets the eye.
The name Belgium is derived from “Gallia Belgica”, which was a Roman province populated by a mixture of Celtic and Germanic tribes. The history of Belgium can be traced back to even before the Roman Empire, which gives this country a thick, rich background of historical waypoints to discover along with its natural beauty.
For undiscovered country, consider a trip to Belgium. This is a little-known destination within Europe that will be sure to sooth your travelling desires.
August 4th, 2009 at 3:47 am
i remember going to Oostende with school and walking along the sea front