Travel Guide: The Art and Gastronomy of Belgium

Introduction
Belgium, located in western Europe, is home to about one million residents. It offers an array of exciting and entertaining activities for everybody. It offers about 200 museums to explore, 650 different types of beers to taste, 300 Art Nouveau buildings (in Brussels) and 2,000 chocolate shops for those who with a sweet-tooth. So, if you are looking to taste-test a variety of foods and treats, or want to explore history, science or some art, then Belgium could be your next vacation spot.

Eat Your Way through Belgium
In Belgium, they state that Gastronomy is an art. As you walk through the streets, you can take your taste on almost anything! This includes frites, waffles, mussels and croquettes. And don't forget your decedent chocolate. There are over 2,000 chocolate shops located just in Belgium alone! Tourists must visit the Grand Sablon when they come to Belgium. It is filled with many shops from all of the " chocolatiers " who sell their treats.

For visitors who want to get a local taste of Belgium, stop in through Wallonia . This part of Belgium is French-speaking and has an array of charming and exquisite inns, castles and breweries that are located throughout the rolling country-side. For those who want to "kick back and have a cold one," Belgium offers 650 different styles of beer. With so much sweetness to taste and " ale " to drink, you can bet that you won't leave Belgium feeling relaxed and satisfied.

Museums
For those who want to spend their time at museums, visit Brussels, Belgium. Brussels is host to 80 museums. Many of the museums are homes to art, history, sciences, technology, folklore, industry and a variety of other fields and interest. If you are interested in the Ancient Art, visit the Royal Museum of Fine Arts of Belgium . This museum was founded over two centuries ago and has over 20,000 paintings, sculptures and drawings for you to see. Some of the finest artwork is hosted at the Royal Museum that includes Bosch and Bruegel, Cranach and Memling, Jordaens and Rubens Delveaux and Magritte.

Conclusion
While there are many more activities to add to your planning itinerary to Belgium, these are just a few to begin with. You can get a taste of the culture through its food such as chocolate and beer or get closer to the history by stepping inside one of its many science, art or history museums. If you are looking for rolling country-sides with a bit of charm or to satisfy your chocolate cravings, plan your next trip to Belgium.

RESOURCES:
http://www.visitbelgium.com/?page=before-you-go