Sunday, August 24, 2008

A Guide To Visting Manchester - The North's Capital by Haley Softie

Manchester is a city in the northwest of britain. It was given city status in 1853 and now has an impressive population of 452 000. Manchester is the 3rd largest conurbation in the uk and it is also the 3rd most popular city that's visited by foreign tourists.
Manchester rose to prominence in the 19th century, when it was at the centre of the industrial revolution. The city was ideal for the textile business because it was rather humid, as well as a perfect supply of soft water. The city's rivers also provided water power that powered the machinery in the cotton mills. the ready availability of coal and the transportation network of roads & railways also helped it become an industrial centre. for this reason, countless cotton mills started to spring up throughout the city.
Manchester's cotton mills still exist today, although a number of them have been changed into offices and flats. thanks to the 1996 terrorist bomb that destroyed muchof the city centre, Manchester also has multitude modern buildings, too.
There are loads of activities to do in Manchester. From beautiful green spaces to interesting museums, you can not feel bored in this city.
One of manchester's finest museum is URBIS, which is the museum of urban life. The museum has many permanent collections, as well as regular touring exhibits. recent exhibits have been on gardening & fashion designer matthew williamson.
Manchester is well known for its fantastic shopping opportunities, which cater to every taste. Indeed, you will find everything in the city, from high end designer outlets including harvey nicks to high-street retailers including topshop & HMV.
If you would rather go alternative shopping, you will not be disappointed either. in actual fact, the city boasts a few wonderful music stores, vintage fashion shops & other unusual retailers situated in the northern quarter.
Manchester is renowned for its culture, which means that its only right that you try it. Whether you enjoy a tasty glass of red wine or going to a gig, we are positive that you will find some great things to do in this playful city.
Manchester is linked with music & several renowned bands hail from the city, containing the courteeners, Badly Drawn Boy & the smiths. if you'd like to catch the next big thing, you will find countless live music venues in the city.
For a more elite evening out, you could visit one of the city's elite bars instead. Here you will be able to socialise with an classy crowd & have some high quality cocktails.
If you're looking for somewhere special to stay during your visit to manchester, you definitely will not be disappointed. in actual fact, the city has branches of most huge chain hotels, containing the malmaison and the Hilton.
For travellers on a budget, you'll be happy to discover that the city has numerous guesthouses and b and bs too.

About the Author

Haley Softie is a tourist guide in Manchetser and has seen many Manchester escorts. Previously she worked as an escort in Leeds having spent 2 years as a Chester escort.

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