== The Belgian Legation == 

 The Belgian Legation (not Embassy) was located east of Legation Street (entering from what is now Tiananmen Square) at the edge of the foreign quarter. It was given up early in the siege (June 1900) and burnt to the ground by Boxers (aided by Imperial Troops?). What I asume is the subsequent Belgian Legation / Embassy still exists but is now a guest house (and no longer for Westerners - see the Lonely Planet Guide on Beijing, 6th edition), across from St Michael's Church. I have had a quick peek at some of the compound (the ubiquitous Beijing Security permitting after some smooth talking) on 13 and 27Apr06. A couple of snaps are available upon request at dompiak at yahoo dot com. The main building is a rather attractive little brick manor.