BELvue Museum / Coudenberg (Brussels, 24-08-08)

Rating:	★★★★★
Category:	Other

A definite must for every-one who wants to know more about Belgium and see a cool archaeological site as well!

The BELvue Museum is located on the "Coudenberg" in Brussels in an 18th century hotel. The location is very beautiful and luxurious. The rooms show all kinds of interesting facts, pictures, posters, objects, etc. of Belgium history. You can learn and see a lot here!

Underneath the hotel are the remains of the former "Palace of Brussels" which was originally built in the 11th century. This is where Emperor Charles V used to live when he was in Brussels so lots of exciting historical facts took place here!
In 1731 a huge fire destroyed the palace and the ruins where finally taken down in 1775. But underneath the street level you can still see some of the rooms.
They aren't decorated but it's a fascinating walk none the less (see pic).

You can visit both museums from tuesday to friday for only 5 euros! More information: http://www.belvue.be/ or http://www.coudenberg.com/ (a cool site with music!).