Typical English city, Manchester

Have you ever been to Manchester? This beautiful city is the 70th most populous local authority district in England. Are you a football fan? Then you should not miss the possibility to visit the famous stadium of Manchester, called "the Old Trafford". Concerning accommodation, you will always find a Manchester hotel which is affordable but offers comfort at the same time.

The surrounding area of Manchester is one of the second most populous urban zone of the United Kingdom. Manchester plays a big role in England's history also. Indeed, Manchester has an important history during the industrial revolution with textile manufactures as it was the biggest centre of cotton production. Later, during the industrial revolution, Manchester was the world's largest market place for cotton goods. You should definitely visit the old manufactures of Cotton Polis or Warehouse city to get a better impression.

In the 19th century, the city was a part of the urbanisation plan financed by the industrial revolution. In this way, Manchester also became an engineering city by producing machines for the cotton trade. In addition, Manchester started to produce chemical products for bleaches and dyes.

To make your arrival as easy as possible, you should book one of the hotels near Manchester Airport, which is the 4th busiest airport in the United Kingdom. But of course you can also be driven to your Manchester hotel by one of the famous English cabs or by Metrolink tram.

Manchester is also very important concerning music. Some groups were founded in Manchester such as "The Smiths", "Buzzcocks", "The Fall", "Joy Division" and of course also "Oasis", "The Doves" and "Ten". An important music label is also located there: the Factory Records Tony Wilson. If you prefer Classical music instead of pop/rock music, Manchester also has two symphonic orchestras: the "Halle" and the "BBC Philharmonic". And of course you should not miss the possibility to visit a show in the Manchester Opera House.

Do not worry about night life! Also do not worry about your night club tour as the hotels in Manchester are located next to the night clubs, so you will be able to come back home safely. In this city you will find parties everywhere as there is a variety of bars, public houses and clubs.

As already said in the beginning you have to go to the Old Trafford Stadium, the famous Manchester United Stadium. It is the largest football field in the United Kingdom with a capacity of 76 000 viewers and you can also see rugby and cricket matches in the same stadium.

And of course do not leave this wonderful city without trying the most famous English meal: fish and chips!