Manchester

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General Information

Manchester is located in the North West region of England, United Kingdom. Once processing more than 65% of the worlds cotton Manchester still holds international acclaim. Manchester United, the wealthiest and most popular football team in the world, is based here and the city attracts plenty of tourists to Old Trafford football stadium.

Tourists flock to the large Chinatown in the city's centre - the Chinese community is one of the largest in Europe. Manchester and the northern parts of the country are served by the city's airport which is the third busiest airport in Britain. Oasis and Take That are only two of the many well-known musicians that originate from Manchester.

Manchester is a vibrant and cosmopolitan university city, with many activities and attractions. A broad canal network remains from the Industrial Revolution and is today mostly used for leisure. Another great tourist attraction for this city is the Manchester Food and Drink festival held every Autumn.

Things to do and see in Manchester

Some of the activities in and around this city are as follows :-

Manchester Town Hall
Royal Exchange Theatre - built in 1729 as the main trading hall for cotton, it contains a theatre, shops and eatery
National Football Museum
Manchester Cathedral
Manchester Art Gallery
Museum of Science and Industry
Manchester Museum - specialises in Egyptology and Zoology
Whitworth Art Gallery
Lowry Centre - arts and entertainment complex
Trafford Shopping Centre - a huge building filled with shops, restaurants and entertainment for the whole family

Please see the activities directory for more information.

Accommodation in Manchester

Manchester has a vast array of accommodation options in and around the city. Bed and breakfasts, hotels, inns and pub accommodation, there is something to suit every taste and budget.

Please view the accommodation directory which gives tourists an extensive choice.

Restaurants and Businesses in Manchester

There are several restaurants for the fine diner, as well as some wonderful eateries and the many pubs which provide superb local fare.

There are many businesses which provide various outlets from retail to industry and wholesale. Manchester has been a major business hub for the North West region of England and has been based customarily on sectors such as cotton, coal and banking.

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