Gravensteen, also known as the Castle of the Counts, is a medieval fortress located in the heart of Ghent, Belgium. It was built in 1180 by Count Philip of Alsace. The castle served as the residence of the Counts of Flanders until the 14th century, after which it underwent various transformations and uses.
Established in 1965, The Brussels Times is today Belgium’s largest daily news media in English, with over 2 million visits per month. The mission is to provide expats, foreigners and internationally oriented Belgians with continuous high quality coverage of Belgian news, EU Affairs and opinion pieces.
The Grand Place, or Grote Markt in Dutch, is the central square of Brussels, the capital city of Belgium. It is one of the most iconic and historic landmarks in the city, known for its stunning architecture, historical significance, and vibrant atmosphere. It is surrounded by opulent guildhalls and two larger edifices, the city's Town Hall, and the King's House.
Brussels is the capital city of Belgium and also serves as the de facto capital of the European Union. It is located in the central part of Belgium and is a major cultural, political, and economic hub in Europe. It had a population of 1,235,192 in 2022.
Belgium is a country in Western Europe. The country is bordered by the Netherlands to the north, Germany to the east, Luxembourg to the southeast, France to the southwest, and the North Sea to the northwest. It covers an area of 30,689 km2 (11,849 sq mi) and has a population of more than 11.5 million.
