City of Brussels, Capital city in Belgium
Brussels is known for its cuisine and gastronomy, as well as its historical and architectural landmarks.
Brussels hosts several national and EU institutions, and the secretariat of the Benelux, making it an important political hub.
Getting around Brussels is pretty easy due to its public transportation system of Metro Lines, Trams, Buses and Bikes.
Approximately 32% of residents were born outside Belgium.
Location: Arrondissement of Brussels-Capital
Inception: October 1, 1795
Population: 188737
Elevation above the sea: 70 m
Phone: +3222792211
Website: brussels.be
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Brussels is known for its cuisine and gastronomy, as well as its historical and architectural landmarks.
Manneken Pis is a famous bronze sculpture depicting a naked little boy urinating into a fountain's basin.
The Atomium is a landmark building in Brussels, originally constructed for the 1958 Brussels World Expo.
Brussels, Belgium serves as the 'capital' of the European Union (EU), hosting key offices and institutions.
The Grand Place is a central square in Brussels, known for its decorative and aesthetic wealth.
The Belgian Federal Parliament consists of the Chamber of Representatives and the Senate.
Jeanneke-Pis is a modern fountain and statue in Brussels, depicting a little girl in the middle of peeing.
The Royal Palace of Brussels is the King's administrative residence and main workplace, where he works daily with his staff.
Joseph Marien Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium located in the Forest municipality of Brussels, Belgium.
The NATO Headquarters is a distinctive building designed by Skidmore Owings Merrill.
Cinquantenaire Park is a large public, urban park in the easternmost part of the European Quarter in Brussels.
