The Royal Castle of Laken. Thanks to Leopold II the Royal Castle of Laken strikes visitors with its richness and gorgeousness. Leopold II was constantly widening the territory of the castle by buying housing estates from his peasants. The castle has become the residence of the Royal Family of Belgium since the 19th century. While walking in the park you'll surely see various places of interest, such as the Royal Palace, the China Tower, the central dome of the royal greenhouses or the China Hall.
The Royal Palace. The Royal Palace is one of the most fabulous official buildings in Brussels. It symbolizes Belgium monarchy. This is the place where the king fulfils his duty as the head of the country, solves governmental questions and holds audiences. Everyone can visit the Royal Palace and its terraces from the 21st of July till the beginning of September.
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