Belgium is a low lying country located on the North Sea in the Benelux. It is split with a Germanic north and a Latin south and is a relatively small country, but has a densely packed population. It is most known for its role in the European Union, where its capital, Brussels, serves as the union's headquarters.

Belgium is often overlooked by many travelers, but within this small country there's a rich history impressively intertwined with a striking modernization. There are actually many cities worth visiting within Belgium, all of which have a rich history and culture that is still evident today.

Waterloo: Visit the location of the battle which ended the Napoleonic Wars in 1815. You can climb to the top of the hill for a view of the surrounding area including the battlefield. You can also visit the Wellington Museum for a more in depth tour.
The Groeninge Museum: An impressive museum that has on display an exhibit of six centuries of Flemish, Dutch and Belgian paintings.
Gravensteen Castle: While Belgium has over 300 castles, this one is perhaps the most popular and well known.

Frikandel: A minced meat hotdog that is usually eaten as a snack from a fast food joint.
Gehaktbal: A ground beef meatball made with bread crumbs and onions and often served with fries.
Kroket: A fried roll, usually made from potatoes and stuffed with a meat such as beef, veal, or chicken.