La Hulpe Castle, also known as Solvay Castle, is located on the outskirts of Brussels, and this is another one of my favourite landmarks in Belgium. This beautiful castle was built on the demand of Marquis Maximilien de Béthune in 1842 and later bought and restored by industrial chemist Ernest Solvay.

Often dubbed “Sleeping Beauty’s Castle“, Vêves Castle looks as if it’s coming straight out of a fairytale, and this is definitely one of the most magical landmarks in Belgium. The Castle of Vêves was originally built as a fortress in the 15th century, but a castle has been standing on these grounds since the 7th century.

Located in the province of Namur, in the Belgian Ardennes Region, the Caves of Han Domain is home to some of Belgium’s most spectacular caves. This is a popular day trip from Brussels or other places in the country, and it’s easy to understand why. The Caves of Han feature numerous beautiful underground chambers, and some of these are huge.

The Rubens House (or Rubenshuis in Dutch) is one of the most important landmarks in Antwerp. It’s here that the world-famous Flemish painter Pieter Paul Rubens (1577-1640) lived and had his workshop. His house was transformed into a museum showcasing many of his paintings. During a visit, you will see where this artist lived and where he painted his masterpieces.

Antwerp’s Central Railway Station is, without a doubt, one of the most beautiful train stations I have ever seen, and it has often been featured on lists containing the most beautiful train stations in the world. This station opened its doors in 1905, and its architecture is amazing. With its beautifully decorated dome and monumental clock, this is one of Belgium’s most beautiful monuments.

Located in the centre of Ghent, the beautiful Gravensteen Castle (Dutch for “Castle of the Counts”) was the residence of the Counts of Flanders from the 12th to the 14th century. This castle has quite a turbulent history, though. It later served as a courthouse, a prison and a cotton mill.

The Church of Our Lady, or Onze-Lieve-Vrouwekerk in Dutch, was built between the 13th and 15th centuries. Its spire is 115,5 m (379 ft) high, which makes it one of the highest brick towers in the world. Inside this church, you will find the world-famous Madonna and Child sculpture by Michelangelo. This is one of the few works of Michelangelo that can be found outside of Italy.

Located on Burg Square, the Basilica of the Holy Blood is a small building that can easily be overlooked. However, this is one of Belgium’s most spectacular churches! This basilica consists of two levels. On the lower level, you will find a Romanesque chapel, and the upper level houses a Gothic chapel.

Constructed in the 13th century, the Belfry of Bruges has been the symbol of Bruges for centuries. This medieval bell tower can be found on Market Square, Bruges’ main square. In the olden days, the Belfry was used as an archive and treasury as well as an observation post to spot fires and other dangers.

This beautiful arcade was built for the National Exhibition of 1880 and commemorates the 50th anniversary of the Belgian Revolution. It features three arches along with a bronze quadriga at the top, and it’s often compared to Berlin’s Brandenburg Gate.

Built for the Brussels World Fair of 1958 (Expo 58), the Atomium was designed to last only for six months. However, it became so popular among locals that the authorities decided to keep it. This giant molecule was built as a tribute to scientific progress, and at the same time, it’s a tribute to Belgian engineering skills.

Manneken Pis is, without a doubt, one of the most famous landmarks in Brussels (and the rest of Belgium). This bronze statue of a peeing little boy is dedicated to the legend of a boy who once saved the city from being burnt out by extinguishing a fire with his willy. It’s interesting to note that this statue has over 1,000 different costumes.

Brussels’ main square, the Grand Place (or Grote Markt in Dutch), is one of the most beautiful squares in Europe. In my opinion, this place alone makes Brussels worth visiting. With its beautiful Town Hall and guild houses, the Grand Place is home to some amazing architecture, and it’s one of these places that you cannot miss during a visit to the Belgian capital.