2003-08-07

Hot D$mn: finally: the definite guide to Belgium:

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Motorway: A large three-laned road connecting major Belgian towns that is spectacularly illuminated throughout the night. Reasons for this are not entirely clear, but viable suggestions include the need to burn up excessively produced nuclear power or to provide runway facilities for alien spacecraft. Also a place where many Belgians have spent several days of their lives in attempts to get to Zaventem

Rijkswacht: At least that's what they are called in the flat bit. Aggressive officials in fast cars whose main job appears to be to relentlessly pursue cyclists and fine them for not having working lights on their bicycles.

The guy spent too much time "studying" in Leuven, but receives an honorable mention for his comprehensive understanding:
chek it out at: An A to Z of BELGIUM