Manchester offers its visitors and residents outstanding shopping, eating, drinking and nightlife in the city in addition to stunning countryside towns and villages within easy reach. But that’s not all, Manchester boast over 90 museums and art galleries and of course is home to 2 world class football teams: Manchester United and Manchester City.
Shopping
Funky, fashionable, chic; shopping in Manchester is an experience like no other. Find unique objects at Saturday’s Tib Street fashion market. Browse vintage boutiques and explore the record shops in Manchester’s Northern Quarter for great deals. Or if you have a little bit more spending money, then head to Harvey Nichols. Manchester not only offers excellent shopping but also good value for money on transport, food and attractions.
Going out
Manchester has made a massive contribution to the UK music’s Hall of Fame. When you go out you always feel there’s a chance you could run into the next pop messiah or rock god, just waiting to be discovered.
You can eat your way around the World in Manchester, sampling everything from African to Australian food is available. You will enjoy the smell of delicious food in Chinatown and Rusholme’s Curry Mile (Indian) and find many Italian, Spanish, French and other international restaurants offering gourmet feasts for all.
Student life
Manchester is home to one of the largest university campuses in Europe. Over 100,000 students across four universities help to keep the city forward thinking, creative and cutting edge.
And we can’t talk about Manchester without mentioning sports. In 2008 Manchester was voted Sports city of the year. Manchester’s 2 football teams (Manchester United and Manchester City) are renowned around the world. Football is a sport that defines the city, and when Saturday – or Sunday – comes, you can sense the excitement everywhere… Take advantage and to see a game!
And if you are more attracted to the quiet countryside you are in luck! The magical Lake District National Park, which is only half an hour away, is sometimes known as Manchester’s Water Playground. Much of this National park remains virtually untouched wilderness – and although it’s very popular, it’s always easy to leave the crowds behind and find your own way through this region of dreamy waterscapes and spectacular views…
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