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The coast

Our beautiful coast is a delight for the amateur photographer... I know I have said so before.. http://whatisbelgium.blogspot.be/2012/07/belgian-coast.html
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Il y a 3 jours dans belgique, ses gens, ces coutumes, photographie, tourisme, mode par bruxelles

Imany and Praline

This was a photo opportunity at the Belgian coast that was too good to pass up. Hope you all agree. Imany was thrilled to be photographed holding tiny Praline while waiting for her mother, who was shopping in the store shown in the...
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Le 15 mai 2013, 11:43 dans belgique, ses gens, ces coutumes, photographie, tourisme, mode par bruxelles

The Sequence in front of the Flemish Parliament in Brussels

A lot of controversy in this morning papers. An article by Brussels based correspondent of the French paper Libération, bearing the title: "Bruxelles pas Belle", was asking for it... Not much more is needed to get the ball rolling ......
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Le 13 mai 2013, 11:42 dans belgique, ses gens, ces coutumes, photographie, tourisme, mode par bruxelles

Brussels seen by Hanna

Isn't it interesting to see your own city through the eyes of a first time visitor? These absolutely fantastic Brussels photos were made during the weekend by Hanna from Stuttgart: in the distance the Grand Place, on the side the Albertine...
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Le 11 mai 2013, 23:42 dans belgique, ses gens, ces coutumes, photographie, tourisme, mode par bruxelles

Happy Mother's day!

Roses for all you readers out there on Mother's Day. I was not entirely sure who celebrates Mother's Day when - outside Belgium, of course, so ... I googled. It turns out that all of the following countries celebrate it on the Second...
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Le 11 mai 2013, 12:57 dans belgique, ses gens, ces coutumes, photographie, tourisme, mode par bruxelles

L'intemporelle

pictures taken with iphone "The tiny but lovely restaurant, L’Intemporelle, is located just a few steps away from Place Brugmann. A hotchpotch of tables, chairs and other furniture and colourfully painted walls make diners feel a million...
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Le 9 mai 2013, 09:26 dans belgique, ses gens, ces coutumes, photographie, tourisme, mode par bruxelles

Today's procession in Bruges

picture: visitbruges.be Today, Ascension day, is for Bruges the highlight of the year, the most beautiful and spectacular day. I am therefore reposting a photo and entry by Visit Bruges. "The Procession of the Holy Blood, that dates back...
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Le 7 mai 2013, 18:41 dans belgique, ses gens, ces coutumes, photographie, tourisme, mode par bruxelles

Deima

It has been a while since I posted people's portraits. The sight of Deima who was shopping with her friend (still in the shop) and having a lunch-break sandwish (hidden in her bag for the photo) reminded me that it was time. Thanks Deima...
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Le 3 mai 2013, 21:26 dans belgique, ses gens, ces coutumes, photographie, tourisme, mode par bruxelles

Your chance to vote!

A wonderful surprise indeed .. the nomination we got in the category "voyage" of the blog award competition organized by Vif Weekend. And of course, now that we are this far, why not give us a bit of an extra push? Graham made this awesome...
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Le 1 mai 2013, 11:10 dans belgique, ses gens, ces coutumes, photographie, tourisme, mode par bruxelles

May 1

On the first day of May, a holiday ( Labor Day), the tradition is to give a bouquet of a few Lily of the Valley (" muguet" in French - "sneeuwklokje" in Dutch) to mark spring and to wish good luck to your loved ones, family and friends....
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Le 28 avril 2013, 22:09 dans belgique, ses gens, ces coutumes, photographie, tourisme, mode par bruxelles

Belgian draft horses

Photo taken by Alexandra Winand We received a few wonderful Belgian related photos by Alexandra Winand and are so delighted that she is willing to share them on this blog as well as on This is Belgium's facebook group. I particularly like...
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Le 24 avril 2013, 21:54 dans belgique, ses gens, ces coutumes, photographie, tourisme, mode par bruxelles

Ostend... just how long?

These folks are enjoying the warm temperatures at the coast in Ostend while they can; according to the weather reports there is only one more day left... That is Belgium for you !?
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Le 19 avril 2013, 12:22 dans belgique, ses gens, ces coutumes, photographie, tourisme, mode par bruxelles

Secretaries - Personal Assistants

Catleya is one of the most gorgeous flower shops of the city. I wrote about it before: http://whatisbelgium.blogspot.be/2011/02/flowers.html I happened to pass by there yesterday and it looked like one for their busiest day, business was...
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Le 15 avril 2013, 10:27 dans belgique, ses gens, ces coutumes, photographie, tourisme, mode par bruxelles

Save the Villa Normande from demolition!

photo by Hans van der Saag The "Villa Normande", built in 1923 and located on one of Brussels' most beautiful and prestigious avenues, Avenue W. Churchill, is now threatened with demolition. The villa is surrounded by a beautiful park and...
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Le 10 avril 2013, 12:20 dans belgique, ses gens, ces coutumes, photographie, tourisme, mode par bruxelles

Freedom of street "art"

You can be for or against, like or hate this kind of colorful or black and white decoration, you can agree or disagree. What strikes me is that when the author wants the public to understand the message, English is used even in an almost...
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Le 6 avril 2013, 15:04 dans belgique, ses gens, ces coutumes, photographie, tourisme, mode par bruxelles

Patrick Gerola

I have no idea whether you, readers, are familiar with the most known of all Brussels' symbols? Manneken Pis is a famous landmark, a rather small fountain sculpture representing a naked boy urinating. It was designed by Hiëronymus...
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Le 2 avril 2013, 09:33 dans belgique, ses gens, ces coutumes, photographie, tourisme, mode par bruxelles

Easter trip

While I am already back home in cold Brussels from my short Easter trip, hopefully this man is enjoying sun and warmth somewhere South of here. Such a colorful man can not go unnoticed. Indeed, when I left from Brussels airport last Friday...
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Le 28 mars 2013, 16:33 dans belgique, ses gens, ces coutumes, photographie, tourisme, mode par bruxelles

Stroll in upscale uptown

I thought/hoped that his man wanted to be seen and not be un-noticed. A few photos were no problem. The story however, that was something else. I have to confess that I did not understand very well where it was going . He said that he only...
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Le 26 mars 2013, 10:47 dans belgique, ses gens, ces coutumes, photographie, tourisme, mode par bruxelles

Chez Jef et Fils, 50 years of "caricoles" or snails.

Chez Jef et Fils Escargots is an institution in Brussels. You can find Jef himself at the Bourse in the center of Brussels and his annex in Anderlecht. Delicious snails in their broth are served in a plastic cup for €5, with a glass of...
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Le 22 mars 2013, 14:46 dans belgique, ses gens, ces coutumes, photographie, tourisme, mode par bruxelles

Kandinsky in Brussels

Lately, I have been spoiled by impromptu visits of dear friends. I talked about Marie-Anne hopping in from Greece in my previous post and last weekend Laurence showed up in Brussels which made for an unforgettable weekend. When asked where...
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