Belgium Explained!

Get ready to be swept away on an adventure through Belgium, the country that's so much more than just waffles and chocolate!

From being the birthplace of French fries and the "smurfs" to being home to the smallest city in the world (and no, it's not the smurf village!), Belgium is a country of fascinating contrasts.

You'll be introduced to the land of the Belgian red devils, music festivals, an astronomical number of beer varieties, high taxes, and the famous peeing boy statue. So buckle up, because this is one ride you don't want to miss!

Discover the fascinating history of this tiny but mighty country, from its roots in the "Low Countries" to the thriving metropolis it is today. From the mysterious disappearance of the Omalians to the development of the country's complex structure, you'll learn why Belgium is a unique blend of cultures and languages, making it a truly one-of-a-kind destination.

You'll marvel at the intricate political system, which includes communities, regions, and a federal state, all working together in perfect harmony. You'll be amazed at the diversity of the country, with 10 provinces and 581 municipal councils, each with its own character and charm.

And let's not forget the monarchy! Yes, Belgium has a King and Queen, but their role is more symbolic these days. And, of course, the country uses the Euro, which was created by a Belgian!

So, don't miss out on this incredible journey through Belgium. Join us as we explore the country's rich history, culture, and more, in a way that's both entertaining and educational. This is a video you won't want to miss!

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[ericvandenbossche]

I'm Belgian. 95% of the waffles are eaten by tourists. 95% of the fries are eaten by Belgians.

[Leviwosc]

I'm a Dutchman and I really like my southern neighbours. I live near the Belgian border, so I get in touch with them easily. It's always nice to visit Belgium.

[johnnymartinjohansen]

I was in Budapest a few years ago. Next to the hotel, was a restaurant. They claimed to have over 500 kinds of Belgian beers, in addition to around 200 Hungarian. It's insane that one restaurant can have such a huge selection. One evening I was there, they arranged a "Belgian beer tasting event", and I got to taste over 20 different kinds, and everything was so delicious.

[robinnoel]

"Record of functioning without a goverment " we barely function with a goverment.

[Reeves]

Saying "there was abuse to the local population" in Congo is one hell of an understatement Leopolds rule was exceptionally brutal even by (already low) European colonial standards

[tankiwolf]

The thumbnail is so wrong. They speak German in Brussels? And why is Brussels located mkre to the west and flanders more southern.

[ThomasTuttle]

I enjoyed the video. I am surprised that Bruges/Brugge was not mentioned at all. Most North American tourists know Bruges more than Bruxelles/Brussel based on friends/family's European vacation photos. Plus, Bruges is called the Venice of the north due to so many canals. Also....the town of Spa is the first place that a spa existed on earth due to the hot springs. Nowadays the word spa is synonymous with health and wellbeing.

[yanthoweepinghorn]

liége you could pronounce as lee-yeige like beige :) good vid great facts even i as belgian did not realise :o shame on me 😁

[XR]

Little mistake at 5:25 it is a statue of Vercingetorix in Alesia, Burgundy France. Who was an Arverne. Yes a Celt as well but another people. Vercingetorix was the leader of teh Arverne people in the Auvergne region in central France. He fought against Julius Ceasar and unified the Gauls until he lost at Alesia in 52 BC

[cleodebacker]

Hi I am from Belguim. This was a really cool video!!

[JhowieNitnek]

Small mistake the footage you used for Waterloo was of Waterloo, Ontario and not Waterloo, Belgium

[KiranVb]

In Belgium, there are 2 main parts: Flanders, the Dutch speaking part and Wallonia, the French speaking part. Flanders has lots of cities, but Wallonia has the Ardennes, with lots of nature and hills. So Flanders is more flat and there you can visit the Nord sea, but Wallonia has a lot of nature.

[SirThanksalot_]

why does the thumbnail state that German is spoken in Brussels! :o German is only spoken in an EASTERN canton to the German border...
UPDATE: well at least the video itself makes up for it :)

[mariecordemans]

I'm Belgian and I can tell this is the coolest country on earth! 🇧🇪 Fun fact : we even created a new beer out of two existing special ones : the bush (12%) and the pécheresse (4%). The mix is generally served by pouring both beers into a large 50 cl cup, and called the "Pêche-mel bûche" 🍺 And it is incredibly good!!
Also as true Belgian students, we have bars inside of our faculties at University (at least in Wallonia) just to enjoy having beers with friends between two classes and this is the coolest thing ever 😍

[creyx]

I dont get how your channel is still that "small" bro. Just bingewatched some of your videos and for real bro you always delivere. Keep it going and you will get huge. Keep it going fam

[Toeterman]

One thing you have overlooked is that everywhere in the world the Belgian flag hangs incorrectly. The constitution drafted in 1831 was in French and says: "Belgium chooses the colours black, yellow and red where black is away from the mast." But when the constitution was translated into Dutch in 1837, the latter was forgotten. And that is why the Belgian flag hangs wrong everywhere: black yellow red.

[MrWaldorfian]

I can't believe you didn't mention Bruges.

[thierryroberfroid]

DID YOU KNOW? the little guy "Manekenpiss" he pees beer once a year, on Saint Verhagen's day, student's day, isn't it great? And yes, Belgium has the best chocolate in the world, and not only according to the Belgians and it's not negotiable!😏

[MrCanis]

Perhaps the most important smallest invention that changed the whole world. The contraceptive pill. By Ferdinand Peeters.

[luckylynx]

Didn’t expect my city Halle to get mentioned