Rest First and then Explore

We didn't get awake until 9 am which gave us about 12 hours of sleep. So well rested, we set off for more of the delicious (but small cups) of coffee. We took the train from our hotel to the center of our neighborhood called Louise. From there we can walk to Lower Town or take the Metro. We decided to take the Metro.

Brussels is split between Lower Town and Upper Town. This division reflects the lay of the land. Lower Town is in the floodplain of the River Senne, which now runs underground. Upper Town is more residential. In fact in the 12th century, this is where the palaces of the nobles and dukes were so that they would be aloof. I am taking the photo from the edge of Upper Town looking down to Lower Town.



We decided to visit some churches today. Here's a collage of one



Then we went to a park. It was nice but much smaller than ours. Thought of Shannon, Carl and Milo who visit their Prospect Park daily. This would never keep Milo happy long.




Next our walk took us past the Place Royale and their gardens.





Here's the place where Bill has his reception tonight, it's the Finnish parliament.



It was time to get back to our hotel so Bill could dress for a reception for his conference. Remember, that's why we're here :-).

I will plan on having a light dinner and then writing this blog. Tomorrow I'll be on my own so who knows where I'll explore tomorrow.

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Location:Brussels Belgium