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Brussels: a city where tradition and the past coexist: a bet to the future!
The image of the capital of Belgium has moved from the middle of last century. 1958 marks the beginning of an evolution still in progress. The Universal Exhibition left us monuments known the world over: the Atomium and the Chinese building. Already in 1951, the foundation of the European community are thrown: Who remembers the ECSC? 1957 marks the beginning of the European Community (6 countries). Today, 27 countries are members and the headquarters of the EU are in Brussels center.
Beyond Europe, the Belgian past is reflected in the population of the capital: Colonialism and independence of the Congo brought a significant black community.
Also to his NATO headquarters in Evere (Brussels) bringing a new multi-cultural mix. A final wave of immigrants for mainly economic reasons completes the composition of the cosmopolitan population of Brussels.
Bruxelles: une ville où tradition et passé côtoient le paris de l'avenir !
L'image de la capitale de la Belgique à bien changée depuis le milieu du siècle dernier. 1958 marque le début d'une évolution toujours en cours. L'exposition universelle nous laissa des monuments connu dans le monde entier : l'Atomium et le pavillon Chinois. Déjà en 1951, les bases de la communauté Européenne sont jetées: Qui se rappelle de la CECA ? 1957 marque le début de la Communauté Européenne (6 pays) . Aujourd'hui 27 pays en font partie et le siège de l'UE est centre à Bruxelles.
Au delà de l'Europe, le passé Belge se reflète dans la population de la capitale: Le colonialisme et l'indépendance du Congo ont amenés une communauté noire importante .
Également l'Otan à son siège établi à Evere (Bruxelles) amenant une nouvelle panoplie multi-culturelle. Une dernière vague d'immigration d'origine principalement économique achève la composition de la population cosmopolite de Bruxelles.
But, if yous seach a little, you will see that in some neighborhoods or even streets, the Brussels feeling is still alive. With his sense of humor, his inimitable accent and self mockery.
Proof of this is the small "ket" on the picture, globally known as the Manneken Pis "
Mais, à condition de chercher un peu, vous verrez que dans certains quartiers ou même certaines rues, le Bruxellois est toujours bien présent. Avec son sens de l'humour, son autodérision son accent inimitable.
Preuve en est ce petit "ket" sur la photo, mondialement connu sous le nom de Manneken pis".
Do not hesitate to embark on a stroll, or better, as we have done in 2 times already, across from end to end in this so special city . The return can usually be done in public transport.
Along the way you tame it gradually, discovering the many facets of its charms. Sometimes touching, sometimes surprising and often full of humour, surprises await you on every street corner, you can be certain of it.
While her we go to a small discovery, follow the guide through the "tips"
N'hésitez pas à vous lancer dans une flânerie, ou mieux, comme nous l'avons fait par 2 fois déjà, dans une traversée de bout en bout dans cette ville si particulière. Le retour peut normalement se faire en transport public.
En chemin vous l'apprivoiserez petit à petit , découvrant les multiples facettes de ses charmes. Parfois touchantes, parfois surprenantes et souvent pleines d'humour, les surprises vous attendrons à chaque coin de rue, soyez-en certain.
Alors en route pour une petite découverte, suivez le guide tout au long des "tips"
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Comments (4)
A very interesting page! I like your remarks on the complexity and importance of the EU.
Bonsoir Jean-Pierre,
C'est bien de visiter Bruxelles alors que les Brusseleir ont quitté la ville pour se réfugier à la campagne. Savez-vous que je prenais chaque jour le tram 33 chanté par Brel. Ses parents habitaient mon quartier.
I made a copy of some handful tips in your Brussels page, thank you Jean-Pierre.
The city looks very special - both ancient and ultramodern!