Atomium, Brussels. Photo courtesy of the Belgian Tourist Office
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Atomium
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Daily
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Atomium
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€9; concessions €6-7; under 12s free
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10am-6pm
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The Atomium is a 102 metre-high representation of iron crystal molecules. Designed for the International Exhibition of Brussels in 1958, locals couldn't bring themselves to tear down their new icon, and the rusting giant reopened in 2006 after extensive renovations.
It was meant to be a temporary affair, but the Bruxellois grew too fond of this shiny, metal, 102-metre high structure, consisting of nine orbs linked by tubes, to pull it down. Besides, it would be no mean feat to dismantle this 2400-tonne edifice! Instead, it is still standing proud.
Kids will love approaching the Atomium, then going up to the highest sphere in one of the fastest lifts in Europe, which offers a panoramic view of the entire region (weather willing).
Come in the day to see its changing exhibitions and in the evening to see the starry illuminations. A gourmet restaurant is now open in the top sphere.
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