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BELGIUM
Capital Brussels is the capital of Belgium
Demographic Information Belgium has a population of 10,379,067 Belgium covers a total of 11,780 square
miles. The 2 main languages are Dutch and
French. Brussels is the capital with
approximately 1 million people. 75% of Belgians are Roman Catholic.
Form of Government
Belgium has a federal parliamentary democracy.
This form of government is under a constitutional monarchy
There and the Executive- King (head of state), Prime Minister (head of government), Council of Ministers (cabinet) branches. Legislative bicameral parliament (Senate and House of Representatives) branches.
Historical Events
Belgium was created in 57 BC after being invaded by Romans.
Many of Belgium's fortunes and misfortunes have come from Europe's ever-changing balance of power.
Parties of raiding Vikings forced the growth of feudal domains in the 9th and 10th centuries. This was called the rise of Flanders.
Historical Events (Continued) At the Conference of London in January
1831, the European powers recognized Belgian independence.
After WWII the country was caught up in a constitutional crisis over Léopold III’s wartime actions.
Many people believe that early surrender saved Belgium as a country.
Economic Information Belgium has a well developed free market
economy. (Both industry and service) In 1999, the nation ranked number 11
among the world's top exporters. Belgium's economy has consistently
placed among the top 20 economies of the world.
Belgium's economy was based on the nation's manufacturing capabilities through most of its history.
Food
Belgium is famous for its waffles. Belgians enjoy making deserts out of
waffles. Many cuisines contain fruits and
chocolates. America’s idea of Belgium waffles is
very inaccurate.
Major Cities
Brussels is the largest city of Belgium Brussels has a population of over 1
million people Anwerpen is the second largest city with
nearly 500,000 residents. Belgium's Flanders region contains the
most big cities.
Contribution to the Arts
Belgium art expression idea from various disciplines portray the life and traditions of the people of the country.
Belgium is essentially a heterogeneous country with diverse ethnic groups.
The arts and culture of Belgium is diverse, rich and colorful.
Belgium artist use realism and surrealism.
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