9. Quartier Européen (EU)

ETTERBEEK.   Brussels, the "Capital of Europe," has more than 12 million square feet of office space dedicated to the 20,000 "Eurocrats" who work in the city. Their large complex includes a number of buildings, including the commission's first headquarters, the Palais de Berlaymont, which is undergoing renovations. The Consilium (you'll know it by its beautiful rose granite façade) is home to the Council of Ministers. The European Parliament and International Conference Center is an ultra-modern glass and marble marvel. For an interesting architectural juxtaposition, take the passageway through the center of the complex and emerge in Place Leopold, a traditional European square.   (© 10Best)

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