Where is Manchester in the UK?
Nestled in the shadow of the Pennine hills, Manchester has emerged as one of the north of England’s major tourist and business destinations over recent years. Boasting excellent links with neighbouring Leeds and Liverpool, the city’s airport is well-located and the perfect base from which visitors can explore the region. Things to see and do in Manchester After years of being overlooked, a decade of city centre regeneration has placed Manchester firmly on the tourism map, both in terms of foreign and domestic visitors. Indeed, the city’s buzzing nightlife and dynamic arts scene has led some travel industry experts to dub Manchester ‘England’s Barcelona’, with live music, comedy and top-end restaurants and chic hotels a particular speciality. Likewise, the city has emerged as one of the best shopping destinations in Europe, thanks to the big name designers and department stores setting up shop in both the city centre and the out-of-town Trafford Centre. Highlights of a trip to Mancheste
