In the past, Glasgow may not have ranked very highly on the must see cities in Europe list but recent times have seen its reputation steadily climb. Much of what it has to offer is now being recognized on a larger scale and it is unlikely to be overlooked again given the hugely positive response from travelers across the world.



Situated on the River Clyde, Glasgow is the largest city in Scotland and is home to many of Scotland's leading businesses, with a particular emphasis on financial services. From humble beginings in medieval times, the city has grown in stature and popularity over time, and can now offer culture and enterprise of the highest standard. In fact, Glasgow was once considered the Ship building capital of the world. As such, a good deal of toil and effort from its proud and loyal residents has seen the city transform itself into a popular tourist destination.

It is hard to mention Glasgow without reference to its passion for the ?beautiful game?, particularly when the three largest football stadia in Scotland Is situated here. This includes the national Stadium, Hampden Park, with the two other stadiums belonging to bitter local rivals Glasgow Celtic and Glasgow Rangers. The city is actually quite divided when it comes to football, with the local derby being referred to as the ?Old Firm?, which is definitely not an experience for the faint-hearted!

Glasgow is a good example of a city that has chosen to highlight effectively all that is good about it and the public have responded. It has now become a revitalised centre for commerce, tourism, and culture with excellent parks, museums and shopping. Now the city offers something for everyone with diverse options ranging from curling to opera and ballet to football, as well as popular events with entertainment in the form of art, theatre and music.

Furthermore, Glasgow is a city well renowned for their love of music. A visit in the summer time and you can't help but become drawn in with the sounds of the Jazz Festival in July, whilst the World Pipe Band Championships makes its yearly appearance in mid-August. The city has proven very receptive to all kinds of events and festivals in recent times; as a result many event organizers now look closely at Glasgow as the hub for such occasions.

The scale of Glasgow's re-invention reached its peak when awarded European City of Culture in 1990 and City of Architecture and Design in 1999. Further prominence is en route with Glasgow set to host the Commonwealth Games in 2014. Europe has taken note and the public has followed with tourist revenues showing little signs of slowing down.

With an excellent reputation in the field of tourism, Glasgow has embraced this by promoting its own unique charms and should you choose a you are sure to get a definite sense of a city comfortable with its new found growth and prosperity.