Visiting the Leopold park in Brussels : )

 

The Leopold Park is at the heart of Brussels, both in terms of geography and history. When I first discovered this open garden, I took some time to read the information boards and am still quite surprised that this place was a zoo in its early days. And after a couple of decades of poor maintenance, it was reintroduced to the city as a science park in the 19th century. And now it is visited by not only seasonal flocks of birds but also students, professors, and academics who visit the research schools and institutes surrounding the park.

This park is visited by both tourists and locals with equal enthusiasm, so you will find well-trodden pathways, well-sat and sinking benches, and quirky artworks all over the place. The pond in the centre freezes partially in the winter, but the ducks and geese still make it feel more active.

And of course, you will find a dedicated flock of ducks guarding each patch of land, so tread carefully and at your own risk!