Brussels
Work done by Maria Cochicho, 9ºA
Brussels
Brussels is located in the north-central part of Belgium, about 180km from Belgium. Belgium is surrounded by countries like Germany, Luxembourg, France and the Netherlands. Brussels is the capital of Belgium. About 40% of the population are Roman Catholic, 23% are of Islamic faith and 30% identify as Atheist.
Inhabitants and immigrants
Brussels's 2023 population is now estimated at 2,121,992 inhabitants. "Brussels is home to many immigrants, with approximately 70% of people of foreign origin making up the region’s population. Approximately 32% of residents are of non-Belgian European origin, and 36% are of other backgrounds, mostly Moroccan, Turkish, and Sub-Saharan African."
Communities
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Belgium is a federal state constituted by three communities and three regions, based on 4 language areas.The subdivisions together make up the entire country.
The three communities are: - the Flemish community - the French community - the German-speaking community
The flemish community
The Flemish community is one of the three communities of Belgium. The official language is Dutch. Most of the group is formed by recent immigrants. The Flemish community has a historical event celebrated on July 11 to mark the anniversary of the Battle of the Golden Spurs in 1302. The day is commemorated in the Place de la Monnaie and the Grand Palace in Brussels.
The french community
The French community is the other community in Brussels. This community used to speak variants from others regions, like Walloon and Luxembourgish, but nowadays, the language that is most commonly spoken is Belgian French. The French community holiday is commemorated on September 27. This date was chosen after an occasion in the Belgian Revolution.
traditions and costumes
Festivities, Holidays and Traditions in Brussels
Local customs in Brussels
Floral carpet
Usually, you normally kiss one cheek greeting someone hello or goodbye.
Ommegang
It's not common to leave a large tip because the bill already includes a service charge. However, if the service was pleasant you may leave 1-2€ on the table.
Belgian beer Festival
Christmas market
Another custom you can see everywhere is that it's not illegal to bring dogs into restaurants, cafes and public transports.
King's Day
Iris Day
Traditional food
Waffles
Flemish Carbonades
Asparagus, Flemish style
The Brussels waffles is the oldest type of waffle. The waffles can be dusted with powdered-sugar or served with chocolate syrup or cream and strawberries.
This dish is often served as a starter and is consists of fresh white asparagus with boiled eggs.
Carbonnade is a stew made with beef and dark beer. Carbonnade is usually served with mashed potatoes, traditional Belgian fries, bread or vegetables.
Famous monuments
The Atomium
Grand place
Royal palace
The Grand-Place is the central square of Brussels. The Grand-Place is considered as one of the most beautiful places of the world.
The Royal Palace of Brussells is the official palace of the King and Queen of the Belgians. However, it is not used as a royal residence, as the king and his family live in the Royal Palace of Laeken in northern Brussels.
The Atomium is the symbol of Brussels and Belgium. It represents an iron unit cell (9 iron atoms) magnified 165 billion times.
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Brussels
Work done by Maria Cochicho, 9ºA
Brussels
Brussels is located in the north-central part of Belgium, about 180km from Belgium. Belgium is surrounded by countries like Germany, Luxembourg, France and the Netherlands. Brussels is the capital of Belgium. About 40% of the population are Roman Catholic, 23% are of Islamic faith and 30% identify as Atheist.
Inhabitants and immigrants
Brussels's 2023 population is now estimated at 2,121,992 inhabitants. "Brussels is home to many immigrants, with approximately 70% of people of foreign origin making up the region’s population. Approximately 32% of residents are of non-Belgian European origin, and 36% are of other backgrounds, mostly Moroccan, Turkish, and Sub-Saharan African."
Communities
write your title here
Belgium is a federal state constituted by three communities and three regions, based on 4 language areas.The subdivisions together make up the entire country.
The three communities are: - the Flemish community - the French community - the German-speaking community
The flemish community
The Flemish community is one of the three communities of Belgium. The official language is Dutch. Most of the group is formed by recent immigrants. The Flemish community has a historical event celebrated on July 11 to mark the anniversary of the Battle of the Golden Spurs in 1302. The day is commemorated in the Place de la Monnaie and the Grand Palace in Brussels.
The french community
The French community is the other community in Brussels. This community used to speak variants from others regions, like Walloon and Luxembourgish, but nowadays, the language that is most commonly spoken is Belgian French. The French community holiday is commemorated on September 27. This date was chosen after an occasion in the Belgian Revolution.
traditions and costumes
Festivities, Holidays and Traditions in Brussels
Local customs in Brussels
Floral carpet
Usually, you normally kiss one cheek greeting someone hello or goodbye.
Ommegang
It's not common to leave a large tip because the bill already includes a service charge. However, if the service was pleasant you may leave 1-2€ on the table.
Belgian beer Festival
Christmas market
Another custom you can see everywhere is that it's not illegal to bring dogs into restaurants, cafes and public transports.
King's Day
Iris Day
Traditional food
Waffles
Flemish Carbonades
Asparagus, Flemish style
The Brussels waffles is the oldest type of waffle. The waffles can be dusted with powdered-sugar or served with chocolate syrup or cream and strawberries.
This dish is often served as a starter and is consists of fresh white asparagus with boiled eggs.
Carbonnade is a stew made with beef and dark beer. Carbonnade is usually served with mashed potatoes, traditional Belgian fries, bread or vegetables.
Famous monuments
The Atomium
Grand place
Royal palace
The Grand-Place is the central square of Brussels. The Grand-Place is considered as one of the most beautiful places of the world.
The Royal Palace of Brussells is the official palace of the King and Queen of the Belgians. However, it is not used as a royal residence, as the king and his family live in the Royal Palace of Laeken in northern Brussels.
The Atomium is the symbol of Brussels and Belgium. It represents an iron unit cell (9 iron atoms) magnified 165 billion times.