Brussels
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: City / Municipality
Summary
About the place: Brussels is the capital city of Belgium and serves as the de facto administrative centre of the European Union. Located in central Belgium, it is a major hub for international politics, economics, and culture.
Flag Description: The flag of the Brussels-Capital Region features a blue field centered with a stylized yellow iris flower (Iris pseudacorus). The emblem consists of two yellow outer petals and a central grey heart-shaped petal outlined in white.
Symbolism: The yellow iris is a traditional symbol of Brussels, as the plant historically grew abundantly in the marshy areas around the River Senne where the city was founded. The blue and yellow colors also reference the European flag, underlining Brussels' role as the headquarters of EU institutions.
Flag Description: The flag of the Brussels-Capital Region features a blue field centered with a stylized yellow iris flower (Iris pseudacorus). The emblem consists of two yellow outer petals and a central grey heart-shaped petal outlined in white.
Symbolism: The yellow iris is a traditional symbol of Brussels, as the plant historically grew abundantly in the marshy areas around the River Senne where the city was founded. The blue and yellow colors also reference the European flag, underlining Brussels' role as the headquarters of EU institutions.
Statistics
Area
33.09 km²
Population
196,828