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суббота, 20 октября 2012 г.

I have made my blog!

I studied at the library on the 20th of October. And then I made my own blog and found some information about Glasgow, the largest city in Scotland. It's famous for its culture, architecture, and design. Situated on the River Clyde on the country’s west coast, it’s known as Scotland’s style capital – a title reflected in its innovative buildings, stylish shops, cultural centres, more than 30 art galleries and museums and an annual programme of performing arts and festivals. Spectacular Scottish countryside and coastal views are within easy reach and the city is only a short trip of 42 miles from Scotland's capital city of Edinburgh.

View of Glasgow from Queens Park

Glasgow is home to numerous museums and art galleries, offering visitors also plenty of pubs, nightlife and concerts, as well as interesting architecture. Glasgow is a historical city that also offers some of the best shopping in Great Britain, and provides easy access to the many golf courses and sights in the Scottish highlands and nearby islands, making it a perfect urban holiday destination. Glasgow does not have as impressive historical center as Edinburgh does, but nevertheless it has interesting Victorian and Art Nouveau architecture to admire, especially in the east of the city. The City Chambers built in 1888, the Gothic Glasgow Cathedral and the Glasgow School of Art are among the many significant historical buildings in Glasgow. You can also find a great number of art galleries and museums in Glasgow, most of which are free to visit. Other cultural attractions in Glasgow include an opera, ballet and several theaters. There is also a variety of venues for concerts in Glasgow, as well as music festivals such as the Celtic Connections festival and an annual jazz festival. Shopping in Glasgow is rated the second best in the UK after London, and family attractions such as theme parks and spas are available.