Bourgeois of Brussels

The Bourgeois of Brussels are a group of people who were elected to represent the city of Brussels in Belgium. In the past, they were chosen by local citizens to make decisions on the city’s behalf, such as deciding what laws to pass. Today, this role is mostly taken up by elected government officials, but the Bourgeois of Brussels still exist as sort of a symbolic gesture. They still wear traditional clothing and take part in ceremonial functions, like swearing in new mayors or creating new city decorations. The Bourgeois of Brussels are a reminder of the proud history of the city, and they help make sure that traditions are kept alive.