Manchester has a population of over 450,000 and has been classified as a city since 1853. in a 2006 poll of british business leaders, the city was voted as the best place in england to establish a business. as well as this, Manchester hosted the 2002 commonwealth games, and has several other connections to sport, including the city being home to man u.

Manchester was the world's first industrialised city & it was at the centre of the industrial revolution. Indeed, it was the world's textile manufacturing centre & cotton-spinning during this time. for this reason, it acquired the nickname Cottonopolis during the 19th century due to its many cotton mills.

Because of its impressive network of canals & 19th century cotton mills, Manchester City Centre is now on a proposed list of world heritage sites. However, a number of these cotton mills have now been tranformed into offices & flats.

Nowadays, manchester has remained very proud of its industrial history. however, its become a bustling, sophisticated city that is widely regarded as the capital of the northwest.

Manchester has plenty of things to do, containing a few wonderful art galleries & museums, which are really lively to explore.

These include the museum of science & industry, which tells the story of Manchester's rich industrial past. The museum holds touring exhibits too, & recently hosted the famous body worlds exhibit. The city's best art galleries include the whitworth art gallery, which has some lovely pieces.

Manchester also has some gorgeous greenery, so you'll be able to enjoy a wholesome day trip there.

Manchester is a marvellous place for shop lovers, because it has a wide variety of stores to suit any budget. From designer outlets including harvey nicholls & whistles, to high-street outlets including make over, you will find everything you need in this city.

For more outlets, you will be pleased to know that the massive trafford centre is just a short drive or bus ride away. This major mall has 280 outlets & is one of the largest malls in great britain.

Manchester is well known for its museums, which means that it's only right that you try it. Whether you like a slow glass of red wine or going to a gig, we're sure that you will find some great things to do in this lively city.

Manchester is associated with music and several well known bands come from the city, including the courteeners, Badly Drawn Boy and morrissey. if you would like to catch the next big thing, you will find many live music venues in the city.

For a more vip night out, you could visit one of the city's vip wine bars instead. Here you will be able to socialise with an refined crowd and have some high quality cocktails.

If you are looking for somewhere a little more special to stay during your manchester visit, you definitely won't be disappointed. in fact, the city has branches of much major chain hotels, comprising of the ramada and the Hilton.

For budget travellers, you'll be happy to know that the city has numerous guest houses and b & bs too.