Tag: belgiantraditions

  • Braine-le-Comte, Belgium

    Braine-le-Comte, Belgium

    A pale dawn light filtered through the mist that hugged the banks of the Canal Charleroi-Bruxelles, transforming the water’s black glass into ripples of pewter. On the quai at Braine-le-Comte station, Sylvie Marchand stood motionless, her auburn hair pinned back with a simple comb bearing the carved emblem of the…

  • Binche, Belgium

    Binche, Belgium

    In the heart of Belgium, where the cobblestone streets whisper tales of centuries past and the spirit of tradition thrives, Binche revealed herself in all her vibrant glory. The small town, nestled in the province of Hainaut within the Walloon region, was awakening with anticipation for its most cherished annual…