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1958: To visit Brussels at the time of the Expo 58 is an exciting time to visit
Expo 58
What you need to know before your trail
London, 1958: a civil servant by the name of Thomas Foley is plucked from his desk and sent on a six-month trip to Brussels to keep an eye on The Brittania, a brand new pub which will form the heart of the British presence at Expo 58. Expo 58 is to be the biggest World’s Fair of the century, so there is a lot at stake.
Once there he is somewhat bewitched by the very tall and iconic Atomium and a Flemish hostess by the name of Anneke. He watches all around him, but all the while, someone is watching him…
Travel Guide
A little bit of historical background and a jaunt around Brussels is a fine way to stroll the streets. To see where the world Expo is also a nice historical touch especially as the symbol of it is very impressive. And you can see it from most places in Brussels so its a bit of a navigation tool too! – Best vantage point from the city is near the Brussels Law Courts – Poelaertplein 1, 1000 Brussel, Belgium
The world of the 1950s is evoked and then some. A mix of the olden days of the civil service and the grand Expo which promised so much of a new world and a new beginning. The Atomium was created and built especially for the Expo and now is a feature on any tourist trail but one which is worth going to! There’s also a mini one in a miniature village nearby if you’re scared of heights.
However the expo represents the meeting of great minds after the 2WW and how such a gathering was important. The story of spying and mystery set against this background is a unique trail!
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