Belgium is a small nation that plays a big role in European life as the home of European Union— and an equally big role in world history. When people hear ‘Belgium’, they rarely think of a small nation that is the home of the European Union, or a nation that played a huge part in both World Wars. When you hear ‘Belgium’, you think of fries, beer and, of course, you think of chocolate. Located north of France and south of the Netherlands, Belgium is as charming a country as you are going to find in Europe. The medieval towns and historical sites intrigue you and draw you in. Brussels definitely stands out as the administrative center of the European Union — and an awesome city to visit.