Manchester has lots of history and culture to offer both visitors and residents. With population of over 2.5 million.

A city of culture, of music and theatre a city of pubs, restaurants and bars. Above all Manchester is a city of entertainment.

Manchester is traditionally a centre for the legitimate theatre, many plays and shows having their preview here before going on to the West End.

Manchester City Centre has plenty of high street retail outlets as well as shopping centres. King Street, St. Ann's Square and Bridge Street is the best area to find your designer labels.

Everywhere you go in the city at night you will find people eating drinking and talking. Visit the Gay Village one of Manchesters fastest growing tourist attractions and be prepared for an evening to remember. Feast on a banquet in the largest Chinatown this side of San Francisco or dine sumptuously in one of the city's many top class eateries.

The new Bridgewater Concert Hall is the home of the world- renowned Halle orchestra and regularly plays host to International artists. The roots of popular music are deeply embedded in Manchester with many star bands and solo artists starting their careers here and regular shows by all the top groups taking place in the city.

In addition, the City boasts many fine galleries and museums.

Manchester is a city sporting. The city has many different clubs and associations so whether you want to watch or take part there is something for everyone.