The best thing about Belgium (and all of Europe, really) is the richness of its history. You can see it, smell it, hear it, and taste it – from old brick buildings to cobblestone streets to fairy-tale like cottages strewn along rolling green hills.
The pastries are still made from scratch, the cheese at little hole-in-the-wall delis still come from the local dairy farms, and the espresso is beyond anything you’ve had in the states. The pace of life is slow, appreciative, and quiet.
During a bike ride from Bruges to the adorable town of Damme, we came across an enormous abandoned church, which had probably been damaged during the world wars. It’s brick interior was gloomily hollow, framed by high arches and a tall, Rapunzel-like tower.
Another thing about Belgium (and, once again, most of Europe) is that it makes you feel so small. You feel like an ant wandering among twelfth-century bell towers and churches and gothic towers – and wonder how the hell they built these massive things so long ago.
Anyway, enough with my reminiscing – enjoy the photos!
Happy Travels,
Nikki
My joint favourite country with Italy. Bruges, Antwerp and Ghent are world class cities and I can’t wait to go back soon.
I haven’t been to Italy yet (I hope to very, very soon!) but I absolutely agree on bruges. I just can’t seem to get it off my mind
Thank you! I absolutely loved the time I spent in Belgium – I have to say it’s one of my favorite places I’ve traveled. I also like feeling small in new places. It makes me appreciate life that much more, you know?
Great photos. I love Belgium. I had the pleasure of spending a birthday there a very long time ago. It’s a beautiful place. I also love places that make me feel small. Thanks for sharing.