Visiting Brussels, Belgium
Brussels is capital of Belgium as well as its largest metropolitan area, with a population of over 1.8 million as of 2008. Brussels is known as the home of many political organizations, specifically being the political headquarters of NATO as well as the European Union.
The revolution that gave Belgium independence occurred in Brussels in 1830. The city was largely redeveloped towards the end of the 19th century, and although few earlier buildings remain, there is still a strong sense of history in Brussels. The one area that still features historical buildings including some wonderful Gothic architecture is the Grand Place, the cobbled market square at the heart of the city. The majestic City Hall building along with an array of the guild houses is wonderfully lit up at night.
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Volunteer Travel in Brussels
Whether you are looking to acquire work related experience, improve your French or just to forget that cruise and do some good for others, in Brussels, Belgium the variety of international organizations, foundations, federations, charities, associations and governmental agencies is enormous. Volunteers work in the Brussels’ headquarters of international organizations, seeing how the issues develop and are addressed. Given that this work is done at the epicenter of the European Union, most positions are office-based. The list of areas seems almost endless: human rights; gender issues; older adults; immigration; addiction and rehabilitation; Down Syndrome; gay issues; politics; children’s issues; torture; animal rights; public safety; health and wellness; environment issues; music; the arts; business; law; development; education; refugees; banking; medical care, to name a few.
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An Affluent Belgium
Situated in Northern Europe, bordering North Sea, between France and the Netherlands, Belgium, as a country that can boast of rich historical past, dating back to the middle ages. The country is studded with museums and historical sites- Museum of Musical Instruments (Old Brussels), The Bastogne Historical Center, Tresor du Prieure d’Oignies(Namur) and Grand Place(Brussels). There are also a lot of World Heritage Sites in Belgium. Besides these, Belgium also has a large number of Sacred and Religious places.
Belgium is a highly industrialized nation in the world and comes within top ten trading rank. Its economy is primarily service oriented with a high per capita income and a very productive labor force.