The state Belgium was founded in 1830 after the Belgian Revolution, when it separated from the Netherlands. But Belgian history goes much further back. In the prehistoric time the land was populated by different Tribes, like for example the Nervli and the Eburones under Ambiorix reign.
Some facts about Belgium:
- Belgium has more than 800 kinds of beers.
- Per year Belgium produces 220,000 tonnes of chocolate.
- The first skyscraper to be built in Europe was built in Antwerp in 1928.
- Adolphe Sax invented The saxophone was invented in the early 1840's in Dinant.
- A few famous Belgian companies: Côte d'Or, Neuhaus, AB Inbev, Spa, Materne, Vandemoortele, Natan, Delvaux,...
And last but not least these Belgian Shops I picked for you.
Black and White Handmade Lampwork Beads
https://www.etsy.com/nl/listing/546989945/witte-zwarte-kralen-handgemaakte?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=&ref=sr_gallery_13
Asymmetric Tunic with Graphic Prints - 100% Cotton
https://www.etsy.com/nl/listing/238070009/asymmetrische-tuniek-met-grafische?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=&ref=sr_gallery_43
Carved Candle with led light, decorative Candle
https://www.etsy.com/nl/listing/482678683/carved-kaars-carved-kaars-met-led?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=&ref=sr_gallery_20
https://www.etsy.com/nl/listing/277403570/panda-charme-beaded-panda-panda?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=&ref=sr_gallery_25
Skull and Flowers Poster - Yellow Roses
https://www.etsy.com/nl/listing/188798521/schedel-met-bloemen-poster-gele-rozen?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=&ref=sr_gallery_39
Personalised, Custom Made Horseriding Fleece Sweater
https://www.etsy.com/nl/listing/467763794/gepersonaliseerde-paardensport-fleece?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=&ref=sr_gallery_29
Trendy Leather Tote Shopper Bag - Eco Friendly and Handmade
https://www.etsy.com/nl/listing/232343184/trendy-lederen-shopper-eco-vriendelijk?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=&ref=sr_gallery_40
Wooden Greating Card - Break-Out Viking Boat
https://www.etsy.com/nl/listing/175266418/houten-wenskaart-break-out-vikinger-boat?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=&ref=sr_gallery_36
Blue Pattern All Stars, Diamond checkers sneakers, pastel All Stars
https://www.etsy.com/nl/listing/387335948/blauwe-selectievakje-patroon-converse?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=&ref=sr_gallery_45
Cat Art Print, Sphynx the cat, geekery whimsey kitty
https://www.etsy.com/nl/listing/176453339/kat-art-print-tattoo-affiche-sphynx-de?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=&ref=sr_gallery_23
And believe me there is still soooo much to find on Etsy. I could go on - not for hours - but for days showing you. But can't have you falling asleep on me now can I ?
So we'll call it a day........Hope you enjoyed reading.........Until next time
Renata (Seadbeady)