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Information about ANTWERPEN Since the 16th Century, Antwerp has been a port, this explains why its gastronomy is so rich in herbs and spices, and offers exotic, biologic and classic French cuisine with a Belgian touch.The typical and authentic Belgian frites with mayonnaise can also be found. Antwerp is the perfect place if you are looking for relaxation and entertainment. Cafés and traditional brown pubs are concentrated around "Groenplaats" and "Grote markt", where you will find a large variety of beer.Music is also very important in Antwerp which offers concerts, live piano music, theatre and of course the Vlaamse Opera which is located in a historic building. During the day you can visit all different kind of Museum: Diamond Museum Province of Antwerp, Brewer's house, Ruben' s house ect) , the Cathedral of Our Lady, the Brabo statue, the Town Hall...
 
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BELGIUM

General Information
Capital: Brussels
Area: 30,528 km2
Population: 10,754,528 (January 1, 2009).
Electricity: 220 volts AC, 50Hz. Plugs are of the round two-pin type.
IDD: +32
Emergency number: 101
Timezone: GMT +1 Hr (+2 Hrs MAR-OCT)

Language
Language: Flemish, French, Dutch, German

Government
Government: Federal constitutional monarchy and parlamentary democracy

Religion
Religion: Mainly Roman Catholic (75%), with Protestant and Jewish communities.

Health
Health: The following vaccinations are recommended: Tetanus.

Currency
Currency: Euro (EUR) 1.00 = 100 Cents

Exchange Rate
Exchange Rate: EUR 1.00 = USD 66.8534 = GBP 110.480 8 = CHF 66.1543

Business Hours
Business Hours: Mon-Sat: 08.30-17.30

Speed Limit
Speed Limit: Cities: 50 km/h, Outside cities: 90 km/h, Motorways: 120 km/h

Traffic
Traffic: Traffic drives on the right. Minimum age 18 years. Wearing of seat belts is compulsory in front and back seats.

Driving License
Driving License: For non-EU nationals an international driving licence is recommended.

National Holidays
National holidays: Jan 1 New Year"s Day, Easter Monday (variable), May 1 Labor Day, Whit Monday (variable), Jul 21 National Day, Aug 15 Assumption Day, Nov 1 All Saints" Day, Nov 11 Armistice Day, Nov 15 King"s Birthday, Dec 25 Christmas Day

Climate
Climate: Temperate; mild winters, cool summers; rainy, humid, cloudy

Temperatures
 
Temperatures:
JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
A236913161817151063
P666153605576958063837588
S234567665421
A=Aver. Daily Temp. (°C)
P=Precipitation (mm)
S=Sunshine (Hrs/Month)

Mobile Network
Mobile Network: GSM 900 / 1800 & 3G 2100 & HSPA.

GPS
GPS: 50 54 N, 4 32 E

Shopping Hours
Shopping Hours: Mon-Sat: 09.00-18.00/19.00. Department stores often remain open longer, up to 21.00 on Friday. Outside main areas, some shops may close at lunchtime.


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