The Atomium is the landmark of Brussels. It was constructed for the EXPO 58 and was originally provided with an aluminum outer skin. In 2004 the outer skin was replaced by high-grade steel. Since then, the Atomium shines in new splendor. The Atomium represents an iron crystal structure of 9 atoms and is symbolic of […]
European Quarter of Brussels
In the European Quarter of Brussels, the capital of Europe, you find the seat of the Council of Europe, the European Commission and the second seat of the European Parliament, beside Strasbourg. It is Saturday, no working day for the parliamentarians, but we want to see the place where a significant influence on our everyday […]
Exploring the city center of Brussels
A walk exploring the city center of Brussels is really an adventure. Nooks and crannies, houses facades similar to those of the Middle Ages and countless people from all continents. Before we went to Brussels, we wondered what is actually typically Belgian? Although we had already been here for a few times to attend conferences […]
Brussels – walking north to south
Brussels is a city which cannot be described with a cliche. The city has different faces. This is due not only to the architecture, which is characterized by various stylistic epochs, but also due to the complexity of its population. In Brussels, 57 % of the population have a migration background. Please watch the 4K […]
The Construction of the Flower Carpet Brussels
The construction of the Flower Carpet Brussels is just as interesting as the finished carpet in the historic surroundings. Hundreds of volunteers create this special work of art with approx. 700.000 begonias. The gray square is transformed in a very short time in a brilliantly luminous, colorful picture. Please watch the 4k UHD video You […]