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 Impressive antiques collection |
10 Jubelpark Brussels 1000 Belgium + 32 (0)2 741 7211 http://www.kmkg-mrah.be/newnl/... |
This enormous museum, part of Brussels's Royal Museums of Art and History, was once the largest in the world. All artistic disciplines, except painting, are represented. The first section displays a collection of ancient Egyptian (one room alone is filled with mummies and sarcophagi), Islamic, Oriental, Greek and Roman art. The second section is dedicated to non-European art, and the third section houses a collection of European decorative arts spanning the 7th to the 17th centuries. Other fascinating collections abound, such as a beautiful collection of glass and ceramics with one room dedicated to Delftware. Some of the display cases were designed by master of Art Nouveau Victor Horta. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Wonderful car museum |
11 Parc du Cinquantenaire 11 Brussels 1000 Belgium +32 (0)2 736 4165 http://www.autoworld.be/ |
This museum is a fairy tale, not just for grown-up boys, but for anyone who ever dreamed of being behind the wheel at the start of a Formula 1 Grand Prix (and winning it easily, of course). The 450 cars on display here are from Ghent industrialist Ghislain Mahy's collection; he has another thousand at home. Not only are the very earliest models presented to be admired, but also the showpieces of Minerva, the Belgian Rolls-Royce of the 30's, and even a limousine owned by J.F. Kennedy. More tranquil minds can dream away in the D'Ieteren Hall, that shows a fine collection of carriages and other equestrian items. Admission: EUR6. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Concerts & Catechism |
24 boulevard Saint-Michel Brussels 1040 Belgium +32 (0) 2 739 33 65 http://www.eglisecsm.org/ftp/b... |
The église du collège Saint-Michel is a Jesuit church attached to a school. In addition to religious services and programs, the church also holds concerts frequently. Of special interest is the organ, which is one of the finest in all of Brussels. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Brussels, capital of Europe |
Schumanwijk / Quartier Schuman Brussels 1000 Belgium +32 (0)2 284 2111 (Europees Parlement) http://www.europa.eu/index_nl.htm |
Since 1958, Brussels has been the capital of the European Union. The Berlaymont-building has been home to the European Commission since 1963 and has recently been renovated. The former Quartier Léopold and Quartier Schuman, between Rue de la Loi and Rue Belliard, were torn away piece by piece to make way for the Eurocrats. The International Congress Building where the European Parliament holds its meetings is the most imposing building, but it is likely to be surpassed by others to come. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 A triumph for Brussels |
Jubelpark Brussels 1000 Belgium +32 (0)2 513 8940 (Informatie voor toeristen) |
For the 50th anniversary of Belgian independence in 1880, King Leopold II commissioned the creation of this park and its grandiose triumphal arch. Today, you can visit some of its museums, Autoworld and the Jubelpark Museum, or you can rest on the plush lawn and admire the solemn manor houses. The Great Mosque and the Temple of Human Passions (Victor Horta's first monument) can also be found here. Every year on July 21st, on the occasion of National Festival Day, there is an evening fireworks display. Jubelpark is an ideal spot for everyone. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Extensive collection of African treasures |
13 Chaussée de Louvain Brussels 3080 Belgium +32 (0)2 769 5211 http://www.africamuseum.be |
In 1897, King Leopold II organised a Colonial Exhibition in Tervuren. At the time, the Congo was his private property, and he desperately wanted to interest his people in his colonial adventures. The exhibition was a great success. Later Leopold asked renowned French architect Charles Girault to turn the Colonial Palace into a grand museum, which could also house a World Research Centre for Africa and Asia. Today, you will find a huge collection of African art, animals, minerals and an archaeological section. There is even a display exhibiting more than 10 million varieties of insects. Other rooms chronicle the "discovery" of Africa with the expeditions of Livingstone and Stanley. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Millennuim of warfare |
3 Jubelpark Brussels 1000 Belgium +32 (0)2 737 7833 / +32 (0)2 737 7811 http://www.klm-mra.be/ |
The Royal Military Museum houses historical weapons, armr, medals and pennants from around the world. The museum strives to illustrate the evolution of war technology from the Middle Ages onward. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Unbelievable, but true! |
72-73 Boulevard Anspach Brussels 1040 Belgium +32 (0)2 732 1336 http://www.scientastic.be |
This unusual museum is only a two minute walk from the Grand-Place. Using light, sound, smell and touch, Scientastic takes visitors on a journey of discovery. You will find 80 exciting and interactive hands-on creations. These unique exhibits are based on the themes of entertaining physics, illusions, and the five senses. The kinds of exhibits you will encounter, include: fly at the mirror like a bird; sit down like a fakir; have your picture taken in an impossible "Esher type" box to amaze your friends. Scientastic lets you explore dozens of optical illusions, proving that seeing is believing! Review © 2007, Wcities |
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