Are you thinking about the destination for your next vacation? Well, we recommend that you keep Belgium very present! And this country known for hosting some of the most important institutions in the world, such as the headquarters of the European Union or NATO, is perfect for all types of travelers, although it will amaze those who love culture and history. Of course, we must not forget that Belgium hides spectacular medieval cities and offers exquisite gastronomy, good beer and a perfect atmosphere in its streets.
To help you plan your visit to Belgium, today at Vuela Viajes we are going to talk to you about the most important cities in the country. Would you like to join us?
Brussels
Capital of Béligca and of Europe, Brussels is a city that has a lot to offer the traveler, since it combines the characteristics of a large city with the magic of small cities. Thus, here you will find streets full of charm and history, monuments such as the Manneken Pis or the Atomium nuclei, beers that will amaze lovers of this drink, and the best chocolate. Nor can you miss the Grand Place, the 50 Years Park and the cathedrals of San Miguel and Santa Gudula.
Witches
Of course, we also have to talk about Bruges, considered one of the best-preserved medieval cities on the planet. Founded in the 11th century, the capital of the West Flanders region has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2000. Its network of canals, its Main Square, the Belfort Tower, the Burg Square and the Town Hall stand out.
Antwerp
The next city on our list is Antwerp, which has always had an important commercial and cultural role. It is the second most populated city in the country and has one of the most important ports on the continent. Also, it is famous for its diamonds . In fact, Antwerp produces 85% of the world’s rough diamonds. For this reason, it is also known as the Capital of Diamonds. If you have the opportunity to visit Antwerp, you will not be able to miss its Main Square, the Rubens House Museum, the Cathedral, the Diamond Museum, the Castle and the Museum of Fine Arts.
Ghent
We continue our tour of the most important cities of Belgium in Ghent. Known as the City of Flowers, it stands out for its network of canals and its rich cultural heritage , which is mainly concentrated in the medieval urban center. Thus, you should visit the town hall, the Castle, the Church of St. Nicholas and the Korenmarkt square. In addition, it should not be forgotten that it is one of the liveliest cities on the continent thanks to its student population.
Liège
Considered the fifth largest city in Belgium, Liège is located near the confluence of the Ourthe and Meuse rivers. It stands out for its wide historic center, where you can see important buildings typical of the region, as well as small streets. Among the places that you should not miss if you have the opportunity to travel to Liège are the Palace of the Prince Bishops, the Palace of Justice, the Cathedral of St. Paul, the Town Hall and the Baruen Mountain, a steep road of 400 steps from where you get beautiful views.
Namur
Knowing that we are leaving some important cities in the pipeline, finally we are going to tell you about Namur, a historic city that has many museums and monuments, as well as being located in a privileged location: at the confluence of the Meuse and the Sambre. Among the most visited monuments we find the Citadel, the Saint Aubain Cathedral, the Beffroi bell tower, the Saint Loup Church and the Treasury of the Priory d’Oignies.
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