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Pieter-Jan De Smet: Belgian Missionary and his Accomplishments in the US

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Tomorrowland: A Belgian Dream

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Adrien de Gerlache: Belgium's Antarctic Pioneer

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Design Museum Brussels: A Celebration of Design

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Brussels introduces first 100% electric horse carriage for tourists

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The Turbulent History of the Ghent Altarpiece: A Masterpiece Tested by Time

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Tintin: The Enduring Legacy of a Belgian Comic Book Hero

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The Solitary Spire: Antwerp Cathedral's Unfinished Symphony

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The Enigmatic Art of René Magritte: Master of Surrealism

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Victor Horta: A Pioneer of Art Nouveau Architecture

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The Enduring Bond: Belgian Shepherds and their Belgian Roots

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Step Back in Time: Unveiling the Treasures of Hof van Busleyden Museum

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The Enigmatic Cuberdon: A Taste of Belgium

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The giant jewel beetle of Leuven

A 23-meter high needle adorns a giant jewel beetle, pinned against the clouds in front of the university library of Leuven. The artwork of the Beatle is made by Jan Fabre, a world-famous Belgian multidisciplinary artist. The jewel beetle artwork that goes under the name of Totem is a gift from the university to the city, on the occasion of its 575th anniversary. The university wanted long-lasting quality and invited the artist in 2000 to design the concept. Jan Fabre got a wild card for the design. He found the ideas in drawings he made years ago. During a walk through the city, Jan Fabre ruled that the Ladeuzeplein was the best place for the giant jewel beetle. Jan Fabre explains his concept: The beetle is the memory of nature, a kind of senior computer world, a radar of human existence. The total work of art refers to a collection, a collection of insects pinpricks pricked and reversed. Importantly, the relationship with the university: collective memory of man, a bui...

Belgian kids got to drink beer during their school lunch

There are almost 800 different kinds of beer in Belgium. One kind was very popular till the70's, it was even given to kids at school during their lunch break. Beer to kids? You must be kidding! Well, let's go a bit further into this. The beers we are talking about were so-called table beers, a kind of beer that was specially made for people who can't drink alcohol. So it's was a kind of alcohol-free beer, a kind, because there was some alcohol in it. between 1 and 4 percent alcohol. The most popular table beer was Piedboeuf, it had 1.1 percent alcohol in it and there was a lot of sugar added to make it as sweet as Coca-Cola. A good marketing strategy made that it was well distributed in almost all schools in Belgium. The reason was that it would be very healthy for them, because of the natural ingredients and of course the sugar. It would make them grow fast and strong. It would even be good for pregnant women and for women that were breastfeeding their baby...

Design Museum Brussels: A Celebration of Design

The Design Museum Brussels, located in the heart of the city, is a haven for design enthusiasts. Housed in a modern building, the museum was established following the acquisition of a private collection by the Atomium and is dedicated to exploring the history and evolution of design. Picture: Tom P The Plastic Design Collection One of the museum's highlights is the Plastic Design Collection. This extensive collection showcases the significant role of plastics in design from the 1950s to the present day. Visitors can admire a wide range of objects, from everyday household items to iconic pieces of furniture, all crafted from this versatile material. Belgisch Design Belge In addition to the Plastic Design Collection, the museum opened a new permanent exhibition space dedicated to Belgian design and its rich history. This exhibition offers a comprehensive overview of the country's design heritage, showcasing the work of both renowned and emerging designers. Temporary Exhibitions...

The oldest house of Antwerp

The now beautifully renovated building is situated in the Stoelstraat, right in the historic center of Antwerp, The three-quarter house with a distinctive wooden gable was built in 1500. It is the only original wooden house in the city that has stood the test of time. It survived six wars. Picture by Harry Fabel At that time the majority of the homes in the Antwerp city center were built in wood, but from 1546 onwards, the people of Antwerp decided to build their houses in stone to reduce the risk of blazing fires that could quickly spread among different houses. Picture by Harry Fabel Today the house can be rented as a short holiday stay for groups of up to 12 people. Staying in the house can be a unique experience.

The Enigmatic Art of René Magritte: Master of Surrealism

René Magritte, a Belgian artist born in 1898, stands as a giant in the world of Surrealism. He is best known for his thought-provoking paintings that challenge our perception of reality and play with everyday objects in unexpected ways. A Life Marked by Loss and Inspiration: Magritte's early life was marked by a tragic event – his mother's suicide when he was only 14. This experience, he later confided, influenced his artistic vision, particularly his fascination with the hidden and the mysterious. Despite the challenges, Magritte pursued his artistic passion, attending the Royal Academy of Fine Arts in Brussels. A Master of the Unexpected: Magritte embraced the Surrealist movement, known for its exploration of the subconscious and dreamlike states. His paintings, often meticulously detailed, featured ordinary objects placed in extraordinary contexts. Think of bowler hats obscuring faces, apples filling rooms, or giant birds soaring through the sky. These juxtapositions forc...

Tomorrowland: A Belgian Dream

Tomorrowland, a global phenomenon, has its roots firmly planted in the heart of Belgium. This annual electronic dance music festival in Boom has transformed a modest recreational park into a magical realm, captivating millions worldwide. A Belgian Creation Tomorrowland, the brainchild of brothers Manu and Michiel Beers, debuted in 2005. Inspired by their love for music and grand events, they envisioned a festival that would transcend the ordinary. The festival's unique blend of elaborate stage designs, world-class DJs, and immersive experiences quickly set it apart. The Belgian Spirit While Tomorrowland has become a global sensation, its Belgian heritage is undeniable. Here's why: Attention to Detail: Belgians are renowned for their meticulous approach, which is evident in every aspect of Tomorrowland. From the intricate stage designs to the seamless organization, every detail is carefully considered. picture: Tomorrowland Festive Culture: Belgians have a deep-rooted love...

The belfry dragon of Ghent

The legend says that the gilded dragon first featured on the prow of the ship which the Norwegian king Sigrid Magnusson left with on a crusade in 1111. He offered the statue to the emperor of Constantinople (the current Istanbul) to put on the cupola of the Aya Sophia. Some hundred years later, the Flemish count Baldwin IX had the showpiece transported to the Flemish region. Here, the Norwegian dragon ended up in the hands of the people of Bruges. After the battle on the field of Beverhout in 1382, the inhabitants of Ghent took the dragon as a war trophy and put it on top of their Belfry. At that time in the Belfry, all the communal charters and laws were kept. The dragon had to protect these documents and it became also the symbol of the freedom and power of the city. Over the year the dragon is replaced with different versions, some of them are still kept inside the belfry museum and there is still a proud dragon on top of the Belfry tower.

The legend of the breast feeder of Ghent

Mammelokker is a sculpture and a building from around 1741. It was built in Louis XV style by the architect David 't Kindt and is situated between the tympanum of the Belfry and the Cloth Hall in Ghent. The building holds a depiction of the Roman Cimon and Pero. In this legend, Pero saves her father from starvation by suckling him in jail. The legend dates back to Roman times. Cimon is an old man who is in prison and condemned to starvation. His daughter Pero is allowed to visit him, but may not bring him any food. Every day when she visits him, she gives him her breast milk which keeps him alive. This is how the building got its name "Mammelokker", meaning "Breast feeder" in an old Ghent Dutch dialect. The building was originally intended as a jailer at the city jail, which from the mid-eighteenth century to the early twentieth century, was placed in the crypt of the Cloth Hall. Today the building serves as the office of the Ombudsman of Ghent. It has s...

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