Belgium
Western Europe, Belgium
Belgium
People from Belgium are called:
Male/General:
Belgian
Pronunciation:
/ˈbɛldʒən/
Etymology & Origin
Named after the Belgae, a Celtic tribe that inhabited the region in ancient times.
About Belgium
- Capital city: Brussels.
- EU founding member since 1958, Euro area member since 1999.
- Known for chocolate, waffles, beer, and EU institutions.
- Federal state with three regions: Flanders, Wallonia, and Brussels.
Nearby Places
Other places in the region and their demonyms
Quick Facts
- Population:
- 11,697,557 (2024 est.)
- Country:
- Belgium
- Region:
- Western Europe