For 8 years now, the « Zinneke Parade » has been an official part of Brussels’ folklore. Every two years, this colorful parade cheerfully passes through the streets of Brussels. People from different districts, youth centers, communities, resident associations join together to create a fantastic event which requires two years to plan, draw, sew, design, reherse etc.
The word « Zinneke » comes from a branch of the Senne River going round Brussels. Scoundrels would go there and drown half-breed dogs. Today, Zinneke is a common word used in Brussels to describe a half-breed dog and Brussels inhabitant’s peculiarity alltogether, many of them beeing « bastards », a blend of origins and cultures from all over the world.
Do you feel « Zinneke » ? In your opinion, what does it stand for ?
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