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Michelin Green Guide Belgium
Ref: MCH1514
This is an example of the format of the Michelin Green Guides.
Well established authoritative tourist guides these include practical information, detailed mapping combined with colour photographs and illustrations.
Below is the introduction to the guide from the publisher.
Belgium and the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg, two small multilingual countries in the heart of Europe, contain a wealth of cultural sights and delightful natural scenery.
Their varied landscapes offer perfect opportunities for excursions by car or on foot: explore the flat countryside and vast dune-backed beaches of Flanders, immortalised in the songs of Jacques Brel; visit the abbeys and castles dotted among the undulating valleys of the Walloon region; or soak up the romantic atmosphere of Luxembourg’s "Little Switzerland".
The towns and cities have retained much of their cultural heritage and magnificent architecture. Visit the historical Beguine convent in Bruges; go shopping in dynamic Antwerp, home of fashion design; explore Brussels, a city of contrasts and paradox, as well as the capital of Art Nouveau, appreciated by its residents for its quality of life; or relax in the cafés, bars and restaurants of the lively city of Liège. Belgium is home to world-famous paintings by Rubens, Van Eyck, Bruegel, Ensor and Magritte, as well as to famous cartoon characters such as Tintin and the Smurfs.
Belgium and Luxembourg are also renowned for the hospitality and friendliness of their inhabitants. Traditions and folklore are kept alive by the many colourful processions, festivals and parades which take place throughout the year. The cuisine of the region is also justly famous: moules-frites (mussels and French fries), oysters, stews, hams, cheese, cold Belgian beer, excellent wine from Luxembourg, waffles and, of course, the exquisite chocolate pralines that need no introduction.
£14.99
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