The Atomium, built for their Expo '58 World's Fair. Escalators connect the balls which have different functions. The top one is an observation deck.

It's raining today so it is a good time to catch up at least a little. Here are some photos from the first half of our stay in Brussels. I have found that the first half is loaded with more site seeing and as we continue our stay it has gradually moved into more of a "just living here" feel. Both are equally interesting and enjoyable in different ways.

We ♥ Brussels

Toni has finally found her niche


Even tunnels and alleys have an Art Nouveau look

...Brussels is one of the birthplaces of the Art Nouveau movement and signs of it are everywhere. This is

the Galeries Royales Saint-Hubert and is right around the corner from us.

Cathedral of St. Michael and St. Gudula

At the Rene Magritte Museum

We had an unexpected treat last weekend, this balloon parade took place right below our 4th floor room. It was dedicated to comic strip characters and many of them originated in Brussels including our favourite, TinTin featured here. They take comic strips seriously here.


One of about 50 restaurants in rue de Bouchers, a picturesque series of alleys lined with overpriced places. It is a "must see" but also a "must avoid".