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The Merseyside
City of Liverpool
 There is certainly an aura when one mentions the name Liverpool. Located in
the north-west, Liverpool is one of the famous and largest cities in Britain
after London. It is not only famous for its harbour, but also being the
birthplace of the Beatles and football clubs, Liverpool FC and Everton.
The city is also famous for its museums and the beautiful architecture of
its old buildings. Outside London, Liverpool has the largest number of
museums in any city in the United Kingdom. You may also know that the
ill-fated famous ocean liner Titanic was also registered in Liverpool.
Founded in 1207 as a municipality, Liverpool was granted city status in the
late 19th century. Before the end of the 20th century, it was said that 40
per cent of the world’s trade passed through this port city, facilitating
the city's expansion.
Its strategic location as a port attracts diverse population from around the
world transforming it into a rich multiracial metropolitan. Its population
are known as “Liverpudlians” or “scousers”, and the city has slightly over 1
million people.
Typical of all places in the United Kingdom, Liverpool has a mixture of
rainy, sunny, windy and cloudy conditions. The summers are usually bright
and warm. Winters are usually cold and wet. In the summer, the average
temperatures is 20 degrees Celsius and it is five degrees and below during
winter.
 As with other cities in United Kingdom, Liverpool could be accessed by road,
rail and by flight. You may also fly into Liverpool John Lennon airport or
take the optional route by sea.
Wine and dine
Like any other big cities, there are many places galore to visit or dine or
where you can just have a fun time. The same goes for Liverpool. If you are
interested in finding history or even modern shopping complexes, sports and
music, you name it, you can find it all in Liverpool.
In 2008, the city was proclaimed the capital of culture where the rich port
trade had attracted a diverse population and of course its customs and
traditions that come from all over the world.
World Heritage site
Unesco proclaimed Liverpool’s waterfront a World Heritage Site in 2004. The
recognition follows the port being one of the most important contributing
factors in the rise of Britain as a global power through trade.
Among the buildings with its intricate architecture design recognised as
part of the site include the Royal Liver Building, Cunard Building
and the Port of Liverpool building.
Visiting Liverpool’s museums is certainly a must to get a taste of the city
and the world’s history. Its seven museums such as World Museum Liverpool,
Walker Art Gallery, Merseyside Maritime Museum,
International Slavery Museum, Lady Lever Art Gallery, Sudley
House and Museum of Liverpool.
Birthplace of the Beatles
Any fan of the Fabulous Four would certainly make sure that the Beatles
Story would be a must-visit. Located at Albert Dock, the facility underwent
an expansion in 2008, and it is the only definitive historical museum of the
Beatles. Some of the attractions include George Harrison’s guitars and John
Lennon’s various glasses.
A visit to Liverpool would not be complete if they were to miss watching a
football match at Anfield, home of Liverpool FC and also Goodison Park, home
of Everton FC.
Both these Premier League teams have won major trophies in the past. This
included the European Cup captured by Liverpool in the dramatic 2004-05
finale.
Liverpool is an interesting place to visit that caters to everyone's
interests, ranging from history, music and sports.
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