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Belgium is a country rich in history, art, culture and food. Though you may say “ Germany 's beer is the best!!”, take note that Belgium has enjoyed an unparalleled reputation for its specialty beers ever since the Middle Ages. Belgians are the greatest beer drinkers in Europe , even ahead of the British and the Germans. Belgium has many hidden gems, mostly hidden by the modesty of the people. It has been said that many travel to Belgium for business, but only the smart ones stay. Living in Belgium will be a true eye-opening experience
Getting around in Belgium is very convenient with reliable and well connected stations and public transport systems. Some data:
Distances from Brussels to major cities:
- Antwerp : 29 miles
- Ghent : 35 miles
- Liege : 61 miles
Other European cities can also be easily accessed via the extensive rail network which extends into almost all of Europe allowing students and tourists to take advantage of their time in Europe and see other parts.
Belgium has two international airports, the main one being in Zaventem, situated a few kilometers north of the Capital Brussels. The second airport in Deurne is close to Antwerp.
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Although a laid back quiet country, Belgium has more history, art, culture and food specialties packed into it than many of its bigger louder neighbors. It is a much divided country, divided by pride and language. You will find the Germanic Flemings and the Celtic-Latin Walloons (French-Latin origin). However, having said that, the people of Belgium are very friendly and welcoming; tourists and visitors would hardly notice the divide.