Brussels: Historical Place
Places and attractions in the Historical place category
Categories
- Museum
- Specialty museum
- Park
- Architecture
- Historical place
- History museum
- Art museum
- Area
- Church
- Art Nouveau architecture
- Forts and castles
- Theater
- Concerts and shows
- Monuments and statues
- Palace
- Shopping
- Square
- Street
- Shopping centre
- Sacred and religious sites
- Victor Horta
- Performing arts
- Gothic architecture
- Sculpture
- Memorial
- Unesco
- Concert hall
- Event space
Manneken Pis
Manneken Pis, an iconic and whimsical statue, is a defining symbol of Brussels, Belgium. This small bronze sculpture, depicting a little boy whimsically urinating into a fountain's basin, has been charming visitors and locals alike since the 17th century.
Cathedral of St. Michael and St. Gudula
The Cathedral of St. Michael and St. Gudula is a towering testament to Gothic architecture and a cherished landmark in the heart of Brussels, Belgium. This majestic church, dedicated to the patron saints of Brussels, has played a pivotal role in the country's history...
Palais de Justice
The Palais de Justice stands as a grand testament to Brussels' rich legal and architectural history. This imposing palace, located in the heart of Belgium's capital, is not only the largest court building in the country but also one of the most impressive in Europe.
Bortier Gallery
Nestled in the heart of Brussels, the Bortier Gallery stands as a charming testament to the city's rich cultural tapestry. This covered arcade, a hidden gem for both locals and tourists, offers an enchanting shopping experience amidst its historic 19th-century...
Saint-Jacques-sur-Coudenberg
Saint-Jacques-sur-Coudenberg is an emblematic neoclassical church located in the heart of Brussels, Belgium. Situated on the historic Royal Square (Place Royale), the church stands as a testament to the city's rich architectural heritage and religious history.
Royal Palace of Brussels
Standing proudly in the heart of Belgium's capital is the Royal Palace of Brussels, a majestic edifice that serves as the administrative residence and main workplace of the Belgian monarch. Although the King and his family do not actually reside here, preferring the...
City Museum
Nestled in the heart of Brussels, the City Museum stands as a testament to the rich history and cultural heritage of Belgium's vibrant capital. Housed in the majestic Maison du Roi (King's House) or Broodhuis (Breadhouse) on the famous Grand Place, the museum is...
Halle Gate
The Halle Gate stands as a historical testament in the heart of Brussels, Belgium. This medieval fortified city gate, now converted into a museum, is the last remaining vestige of the second set of defensive walls that once encircled the city.
Black Tower
The Black Tower is a medieval tower in Brussels, Belgium. It is one of the best conserved remains of the first fortifications of Brussels, built at the start of the 13th century. It is located behind St. Catherine's Church on Rue de la Vierge Noire/Zwarte Maagdstraat.
The Bourse
The Brussels Stock Exchange, abbreviated to BSE, was founded in Brussels, Belgium, by decree of Napoleon in 1801. In 2002, the BSE merged with the Amsterdam, Lisbon and Paris stock exchanges into Euronext N.V. renaming the BSE Euronext Brussels.
Temple of Human Passions
The Temple of Human Passions, also known as Pavillon Horta-Lambeaux, is a neoclassical pavilion in the form of a Greek temple that was built by Victor Horta in 1896 in the Cinquantenaire Park of Brussels.
Hôtel Tassel
The Hôtel Tassel is a townhouse in Brussels, Belgium, designed by Victor Horta for the Belgian scientist and professor Emile Tassel and built from 1892 to 1893. It is generally considered the first true Art Nouveau building, because of its highly innovative plan and its ground-breaking use of materials and decoration.
Galerie de la Reine - Koninginnegalerij
The Queen's gallery is a Brussels gallery dating from the 19th century. This gallery forms with the King's gallery and the Princes' gallery a unique architectural ensemble: the Saint-Hubert royal galleries.
La Monnaie - De Munt
The Royal Theatre of La Monnaie, is an opera house in central Brussels, Belgium. The National Opera of Belgium, a federal institution, takes the name of this theatre in which it is housed—La Monnaie in French or De Munt in Dutch—referring both to the building as well as the opera company.
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