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Brussels is often said to be a fascinating meeting point between the last millennium and modern day Europe. Not long ago, many locals were sceptical of the foreign diplomats and politicians arriving en masse. Now they are proud that their city has become an international celebrity.
Facts
| Population | 1.000.000 |
| Currency | 1 Euro = 100 cents |
| Opening hours | Shops are open Monday-Saturday 10.00-18.00. Large department stores stay open longer, on Fridays usually to 21.00. |
| Website | www.brusselslife.be www.opt.be www.toerismevlaanderen.be www.brusselsinternational.be |
| Newspapers | De Morgen De Standaard Het Nieuwsblad European Voice (English language, focused on the EU) Le Soir La Denière Heure La Libre Belgique L’Echo |
| Emergency numbers | 112 |
| Tourist information | Brussels’ Tourism Office is located on the Grand Place Square. Satellite offices can be found at the Midi Railway Station and the EU Parliament on Rue Wiertz. More information at: www.brusselsinternational.be. |
