Despite usually being overlooked in favour of Manchester, Leeds is a blooming Northern conurbation. It has a population of almost 450 000 and attracts an abundance of establishment travellers, too.Thanks to its numerous locales of interest, Leeds is also a well-liked tourist location.

Leeds has some breathtaking architecture, including the nice Corn Exchange that was originated by Cuthbert Brodrick in 1864. This stunning building is now an alternative shopping centre and it is grade I listed.In addition to its ravishing buildings, Leeds also has some stunning green spaces and surprising places of attraction and notable scenes.

Leeds has a great shopping centre, which has a store to suit any budget. Indeed, you will pinpoint high end shops in the city's Victoria Quarter, including branches of Harvey Nichols, Flannels and other designer stores.In the Headrow middle, you will locate cheaper high street stores such as Primark, Top Shop and Miss Selfridge.

If you are not keen on shopping, you will be pleased to know that Leeds has myriads other spots of importance. These include the very affecting Royal Armouries Museum and the Leeds metropolitan area Art Gallery, which caters to the artistic visitor. Alternatively, you could stop off one of the city's superb parks or even the breathtaking Millennium Gardens, which are stationed in the heart of the city.These attractive gardens were made, to admire the year 2000 at a cost of ?12 million and were funded by Leeds city council and the Millennium Commission. The gardens won a medal at the 2004 Chelsea Flower assert, although they were damaged this year due to a massive water fight that was organised on the social networking site, Facebook.

Leeds has got some super night life, which begs to be experienced. Whether you prefer a quiet drink in one of the city's rustic public houses or a glass of wine at one of Leeds' exclusive cocktail bars, you will display a prominent night here.After your drink, why not hit the clubs? Leeds has some sensational clubs that cater to any style of music, so you will be spoiled for choice.Leeds also has heaps of live music venues, including the Cockpit. These venues cater mainly to alternative music and attract local and touring musicians.

Unfortunately, we have reached the end of our tourist guidebook to Leeds. Howbeit, if you require further information, please call your local tourist facts centre, who will be gratified to help you.