Belgium

Europe 

Western Europe, bordering the North Sea, between France and the Netherlands.

Eendracht maakt macht  (Dutch) "Strength through Unity"		50.1205781N 5.3833008E
King Albert II	Prime Minister Yves Leterme

Capital
Brussels

Government
Federal parliamentary democracy and Constitutional monarchy

Religion
Roman Catholic 75%, other (includes Protestant) 25%.

Population
10,827,519

Ethnic group
Fleming 58%, Walloon 31%, mixed or other 11%.

National Language                   
Dutch
          
National Day
21 July (1831)

Anthem
The "Brabançonne"

Currency
Euro (€)

Attractions
Aquarium Museum,  Baron Ruzettepark,  Cappella Arte Falco ,    Diamond Museum,  Europlanetarium Genk

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Art & Cultural

The ICON

Grand Place    The Grand Place or Grote Markt About this sound listen is the central square of Brussels. It is surrounded by guildhalls, the city's Town Hall, and the Breadhouse.The square is the most important tourist destination and most memorable landmark in Brussels, along with the Atomium and Manneken Pis. It measures 68 by 110 metres (223 by 360 ft), and it is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Atomium