 Manchester is a busy, highly urbanized city in England located near the confluence of the River Medlock and the River Irk. This bustling city is famous world over as an important centre of arts, media, higher education, textile industry and big business. The city hosted the XVII Commonwealth Games in 2002.
Manchester is a major tourist attraction due to its magnificent locations and many markets.
Concorde - the most famous plane ever made, is on permanent display at Manchester airport.
Manchester's Printworks Leisure Complex is the city's most popular entertainment center.
To enhance your level of adventure you can visit Manchester Velodrome known world over for its awesome indoor cycling track.
Manchester is a haven for shoppers. There are two large shopping malls, the Manchester Arndale Centre and Trafford Centre. In addition a number of shopping centers are present at the City Center, which includes The Triangle and the Royal Exchange Centre.
Manchester also has one of the largest ASDA-WalMart supercentres in the UK.
Manchester has three major Universities, the University of Manchester, Manchester Metropolitan University and the University of Salford.
Manchester is also home to the world famous Manchester United football club, Manchester City football club and the Lancashire County Cricket Club.
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