Limburg, Province in Flanders, Belgium
Limburg is a province in northeastern Belgium, part of the Flemish Region with Hasselt as its capital. The area spreads across flat land with villages, fields and small towns connected by a network of roads and rail lines.
The territory largely corresponds to the medieval County of Loon, which belonged to the Prince-Bishopric of Liège until 1789. After the French Revolution it was reorganized and later emerged as a Belgian province following the country's independence in 1830.
The territory is known for its orchards and farming communities that shape everyday life across the flat countryside. Many place names reflect the area's medieval past as part of a bishopric territory, with local markets still selling seasonal produce from nearby fields.
The province is reachable through several train stations and road connections that link Hasselt and smaller towns with other Belgian cities. Travelers can move around easily by train or car, while the flat terrain also makes cycling a good option.
The province produces more than half of Belgian fruit, with large apple and pear tree stands shaping the countryside. During harvest time in autumn many farms open their gates and sell fresh fruit directly to visitors.
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