Once the British Empire's second city, Liverpool has, since the Second World War been in decline. In recent years there has been a remarkable increase in investment with the city centre undergoing regeneration. In 2008 Liverpool was the European Capital of Culture throughout the year there were numerous events ranging from music concerts featuring world renowned artists to superb art exhibitions. No longer the European Capital of Culture what is there to bring in tourists to this wonderful city? Well there are plenty of new hotels meeting the requirements of all tastes with accommodation varying from economy Liverpool bed and breakfast to world class luxury hotel accommodation. In the following article I take a look at 3 attractions in the city.
The Tate Liverpool
Stood at the waterfront in Liverpool, as part of the Albert Dock complex, is Tate Liverpool. Since opening in 1988, the Tate, for a short space of time, was the largest gallery of contemporary and modern art in the United Kingdom. The Tate is an extremely popular visitor attraction in Liverpool, catering for more than 600,000 visitors through its' doors every 12 months. The gallery is in one of the five converted warehouses. Originally converted by James Stirling, the building was forced undergo further refurbishment in 1988 to create more gallery space. In 2007 the foyer was refurbished, giving the gallery a more modern appearance with better proportions in the reception area.
Albert Dock Complex
Liverpool's Albert Dock was named after Prince Albert of Saxe-Coburg, who opened the docks in 1846. Over the years the docks were very busy, but eventually had to close to shipping in 1972. The docks lay quiet and derelict, that is until the 1980's when they were redeveloped with grants~aid from the Merseyside Development Corporation. The dock consisted of five warehouse buildings, all of which are Grade I listed, making the Albert Dock the largest set of Grade I listed buildings in the United Kingdom. The docks are now home to a number of visitor attractions, including the Merseyside Maritime Museum.
The Liverpool Anglican Cathedral
Liverpool is celebrated for being home to two cathedrals: the Roman Catholic Metropolitan Cathedral and the Liverpool Anglican Cathedral. When John Charles Rye was appointed Liverpool's Bishop in 1880, ironically Liverpool did not have a cathedral at that time. Whereupon, after a lot of discussion, the powers that be agreed that a cathedral was essential. In 1902, they decided to have an open competition for the design of the cathedral. The winning proposal was chosen in 1903, and astonishingly, was a proposal by student Giles Gilbert Scott, who had no preceding building experience. Another architect, George F. Bodley, was appointed to work with Scott, and oversee all building works and designs. King Edward VII laid the foundation stone in 1904, and in 1910, the first part of the cathedral, the Lady Chapel, was completed.
As well as the 3 visitor attractions examined above Liverpool has a great many more. As well as this there are a great many more not too far from the city, which are suitable places for a day trip. Destinations such as Southport, are perfect for a day out but you might want to stay for a few days to see more of the place.
The Tate Liverpool
Stood at the waterfront in Liverpool, as part of the Albert Dock complex, is Tate Liverpool. Since opening in 1988, the Tate, for a short space of time, was the largest gallery of contemporary and modern art in the United Kingdom. The Tate is an extremely popular visitor attraction in Liverpool, catering for more than 600,000 visitors through its' doors every 12 months. The gallery is in one of the five converted warehouses. Originally converted by James Stirling, the building was forced undergo further refurbishment in 1988 to create more gallery space. In 2007 the foyer was refurbished, giving the gallery a more modern appearance with better proportions in the reception area.
Albert Dock Complex
Liverpool's Albert Dock was named after Prince Albert of Saxe-Coburg, who opened the docks in 1846. Over the years the docks were very busy, but eventually had to close to shipping in 1972. The docks lay quiet and derelict, that is until the 1980's when they were redeveloped with grants~aid from the Merseyside Development Corporation. The dock consisted of five warehouse buildings, all of which are Grade I listed, making the Albert Dock the largest set of Grade I listed buildings in the United Kingdom. The docks are now home to a number of visitor attractions, including the Merseyside Maritime Museum.
The Liverpool Anglican Cathedral
Liverpool is celebrated for being home to two cathedrals: the Roman Catholic Metropolitan Cathedral and the Liverpool Anglican Cathedral. When John Charles Rye was appointed Liverpool's Bishop in 1880, ironically Liverpool did not have a cathedral at that time. Whereupon, after a lot of discussion, the powers that be agreed that a cathedral was essential. In 1902, they decided to have an open competition for the design of the cathedral. The winning proposal was chosen in 1903, and astonishingly, was a proposal by student Giles Gilbert Scott, who had no preceding building experience. Another architect, George F. Bodley, was appointed to work with Scott, and oversee all building works and designs. King Edward VII laid the foundation stone in 1904, and in 1910, the first part of the cathedral, the Lady Chapel, was completed.
As well as the 3 visitor attractions examined above Liverpool has a great many more. As well as this there are a great many more not too far from the city, which are suitable places for a day trip. Destinations such as Southport, are perfect for a day out but you might want to stay for a few days to see more of the place.
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