Japanese June 19, 2006 - July 11, 2006: Trip to Europe
July 9, My son and daughter took us to castle tour in southeast part of Belgium. The area had once flourished as a strategic point in ancient Roman Era, they say.
	We arrived at a castle.
Chateau de Modave dates back to 13th century in its foundation.
	The castle
Front garden
	The guidance was able to select eight languages in all.
Family tree and emblem on the ceiling.
	Luxurious inside
We visited another castle. The garden was very good.
	Unfortunately, the castle was closed for maintenance.
We took lunch at the terrace of the restaurant.
	Dinant was a very beautiful old town.
Veves castle.
	The terrace of the castle
Family tree again
	A lovely guide explained the history of the castle in French and in English, when asked. Japanese guide book was available.
Old collection
	Another stronghold on the hill.
Japanese prince visited this Veves castle.
	Chapel
We visited the fifth castle but it was already closed.
	We had a very good time today by visiting many old castles that tell the history of Belgium.
My son and daughter prepared us wonderful Tofu dish in dinner, The last meal was very good.
	July 10 My son went office vividly. I was very much satisfied this time by looking good life of my son and daughter in Belgium.
My daughter took us to the airport. Glass decoration in the airport.
	Good bye Bruxelles, Belgium.
I met a friend at Helsinki airport.
	July 11 Home,at last.
We were very glad to see many places and good life of our son and his wife in Belgium. Thank you all.
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