1. Belgium is roughly the size of Maryland.

2. There is an efficient train system.

3. Antwerp is known as the diamond capital of the world.

4. The word “Spa” comes from the Belgium town Spa, known for thermal baths.

5. The battle of Waterloo, where Napaloean was defeated was in Belgium.

6. Although France takes credit for the french fry, it was actually invented in Belgium.