Belgium is famous for many things, Tintin, beer, chocolate, french fries, and peeing statues. #historicculture#bestislandtraveltowns#newphotographer#smelltheroses#deliciousfood

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#holidayvacation Brussels officially the Brussels-Capital Region (French: Région de Bruxelles-Capitale;[a] Dutch: Brussels Hoofdstedelijk Gewest), is a region of Belgium comprising 19 municipalities, including the City of Brussels, which is the capital of Belgium. The Brussels-Capital Region is located in the central portion of the country and is a part of both the French Community of Belgium and the Flemish Community, but is separate from the Flemish Region (within which it forms an enclave) and the Walloon Region. Brussels is the most densely populated and the richest region in Belgium in terms of GDP per capita. It covers 162 km2 (63 sq mi), a relatively small area compared to the two other regions, and has a population of over 1.2 million. The five times larger metropolitan area of Brussels comprises over 2.5 million people, which makes it the largest in Belgium. It is also part of a large conurbation extending towards Ghent, Antwerp, Leuven and Walloon Brabant, home to over 5 million people. #holidayvacation#wintergetaway#staycation#tripinspired#happynewyear

At the Ghent Christmas Market. More than 150 wooden huts spread out from Sint-Baafsplein, along the Botermarkt and Klein Turkije to the end of the Korenmarkt. The whole neighbourhood gets out its Christmas decorations. Wander among firs and pines, amble past stalls selling snacks and drinks, fancy trinkets and authentic crafts. The scent of pine resin and mulled wine make the experience complete. Ghent under its green winter blanket, a Christmas city at its best. #staycation#awesomepic

At the Josaphat Park in Brussels. A stunning and quiet park in Brussels, it feels like you're out of town in a forest somewhere in the countryside! It's a perfect place to read, exercise, play with your dogs or even have a peaceful picnic! great paths through and around the park. Mini-Golf when there's no COVID-19. Nice water features and lots of park benches. #mynovgetaway #thanksgiving #awesomepic

Our Lady's Cathedral is a Roman Catholic cathedral located in Antwerp, Belgium. The Diocese of Antwerp began today in 1352 and although the first building phase was completed in 1521, it was never 'completed'. In the Gothic style, Jan and Pieter Appelmans were the architects. #mynovgetaway#awesomepic

It's a monument here. There are sculptures and paintings by Classical and Flemish painters in Rubens' villa. The gardens and the courtyard are impressive. As well as a guidebook, there are audio tours online. A free downloadable app has a tour as well. I hoped we had more time. Would definitely visit again in the future if im back in Belgium. #mynovgetaway#awesomepic

The family enjoyed it. History is valuable. A few places within the castle, including the kings' throne, were blocked from my control. If allowed, I would have enjoyed sitting on it and was also looking for some costumes to try out, but it was not available. Hope they offer visitors an immersive experience in the future. Would definitely come back given the chance #mynovgetaway#awesomepic

On top of the Gravensteen, a medieval castle in the heart of city of Ghent. The view from the top is just awesome. The walk and fee is all worth it. you can see most of the city and I love how different it is at night. Definitely a night to remember. Although it’s a bit scary from the top, since there it’s too open, there are also safety railings where you can hold on to. #mynovgetaway#awesomepic