2. Did You Know? People in Belgium speak French, Dutch and German. Belgium is home of the European Union. The saxophone was invented in Belgium by Adolf Sax in 1846. There are over 400 different types of beers in Belgium. Most beers have their own glass in which only that beer may be served. Spa is a city in Belgium where all other spas get there name from.
3. Chocoholic! Belgium produces 172,000 tons of chocolate per year with more than 2,000 chocolate shops throughout the country. Pralines in Belgium are sublime chocolate confections. Many chocolatiers still make their pralines by hand. Every town and even small villages have chocolate stores with luxurious pralines.
4. Places To Visit Grand Place Town Hall (Hotel de Ville) European Union MIM (Museum of Musical Instruments) Royal Palace Brussels Park Mini Europe
5. Food & Drink Popular food made in Belgium include: Chocolate Waffles Game Fries Mussels Speculoos (cookies) Carbonnades (beef stewed in beer)