© JP Remy - OPT Home to the Manneken-Pis, Brussels' most famous little inhabitant, the Saint-Jacques district is a bit like him. But one thing is for sure: the weather is always great at Saint-Jacques: on the outside cafés at the first sign of spring, or inside, in the warmth of the trendy cafés and stylish restaurants. A centre for the city's craftsmen in the 12th century, the area housed a hospital, placed under the patronage of Saint-Jacques. You can literally find everything here. Trendy fashion, vintage, artistic and sophisticated gadgets, book stores, comic strips and music… As for clothing, diversity is the first of the many qualities in this part of town, which nonchalantly mixes styles and tastes. know more... |