Amy Abroad: The beauty of Brussels abounds

Known as the de facto capital of the European Union, Brussels is filled with history and is quite in touch with its medieval origins. It’s easy to become distracted by the amazing smells of rich chocolate and fresh-pressed waffles that drift through the city streets. However, as soon as we began strolling around the historic city, we instantly realized that there was a lot more to Brussels than just chocolates and waffles.

One of the first places we explored was perhaps the most well-known attraction in Brussels — the Grand Place. Cluttered with cafes and restaurants, this central city square leaves tourists in awe of the intricate detail and tremendous size of the surrounding guildhalls. The city’s Town Hall and “the King’s Breadhouse” (a building containing the Museum of the City of Brussels) also encircle the central square.

Read the full column on SouthCoastToday.com, published on May 1, 2018.