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Liverpool
Whether you take the Ferry 'cross the Mersey, or a stroll down
Penny Lane, most visitors will find it difficult to explore
Liverpool without a song on their lips. From the twin cathedrals
with their striking views over the city to the historical, Grade 1
listed Albert Dock and its Beatles museum, there's plenty to see
and do in Liverpool.
An important maritime centre and industrial port, Liverpool was
one of the great cities of the United Kingdom in the Industrial
Revolution and much of its wealth came from its dominance in the
shipping of textiles, cotton, sugar and slaves. The city was
severely bombed in World War II and has struggled to get back on
its feet, seeing waves of prosperity and depression. The 1960s saw
the explosion of the Beatles and pop music, while the 1990s saw an
attempt to regenerate the rather dull urban centre.
Liverpool's waterfront is now a UNESCO World Heritage site and
the city has achieved World Heritage Status, joining Edinburgh and
Bath as the only UK cities to carry the honour. Since the
announcement of Liverpool as the European Capital of Culture for
2008, millions of pounds have been poured into further development
of the city, including the £920 million Paradise Street development
in the city centre.
Liverpool is a city of diversity and despite its struggles, it
boasts the most Georgian buildings in the UK, Europe's oldest
Chinatown, a number of striking Victorian structures and plenty of
world-class attractions. The historical Albert Dock was restored in
the 1980s and is now one of the city's most popular attractions,
housing chic restaurants, bars, shops and museums, including the
Merseyside Maritime Museum and the Tate Liverpool. The city boasts
two world-class football clubs, Liverpool and Everton, and fans can
explore the grounds of their favourite teams. There is also plenty
of Beatlemania to satisfy fans, including the International Beatles
Week every August, and several Beatles-related museums and points
of interest.
The city plays host to plenty of other events, festival and
concerts, as well as the world's biggest steeplechase, the Grand
National, at Ainstree. There are also several fascinating museums,
beautiful parks and gardens, bustling markets and galleries to
explore. Whether a Beatles fan or not, Liverpool has much to offer
the visitor and it is no wonder that it has become one of the top
UK day trip destinations.
Information & Facts
Climate
Liverpool's climate is typical of the United Kingdom; highly
unpredictable with a mixture of rainy, sunny, windy and cloudy
days. Summers are usually warm and sunny, while winters are cold
and wet. Temperatures average around 68°F (20°C) in summer and 39°F
(4°C) in winter.
Getting Around
Liverpool is well-pedestrianised, and visitors can enjoy many of
the city's sights and sounds on foot, but taxis, buses and trains
are readily available. An underground system also operates between
the city's four main train stations. The Live Smart ticket, which
can be bought online, offers free travel on two major bus lines as
well as discounted entries into various attractions. The city is
relatively easy to negotiate by car, and there are several car
rental agencies available. A great way to explore the city and its
surrounds at a leisurely pace is on the Mersey Ferry. A regular
service links Liverpool's Pier Head to neighbouring Birkenhead on
the Wirral.
Language
English is the official language, though visitors will be
astonished by the variety of regional accents.
Money
The currency is the pound (GBP), which is divided into 100
pence. ATMs are available in all towns and Visa, MasterCard and
American Express are widely accepted; visitors with other cards
should check with their credit card companies in advance. Foreign
currency can be exchanged at bureaux de change and large hotels,
however better exchange rates are likely to be found at banks.
Travellers cheques are accepted in all areas frequented by
tourists; they are best taken in Pounds Sterling to avoid
additional charges.
Time
Local time in the United Kingdom is GMT (GMT +1 from last
Sunday in March to Saturday before last Sunday in October).