Liverpool is the cultural capital of Europe in 2008 and one of the largest cities in England, it is home to the oldest China Town in Europe and the legendary Cavern club, where the Beatles started their journey (nearby is an open museum that presents the group's history with valuable and rare artifacts).
Another, much more interesting museum of the city is Tate Liverpool - a branch of the London Tate. And since Liverpool Tate is in the docks, it makes sense to take a ferry to the small islands on the River Mersey.
You should definitely visit Liverpool Cathedral - the largest Anglican cathedral in the Kingdom, built by the brilliant Giles Gilbert Scott at the age of 22.
HOW TO GET
The journey by train from London to Liverpool (Liverpool Lime Street) takes 2.5 to 3 hours, the cost of a one-way ticket is 29-40 GBP. If you buy a ticket in advance, it will be much cheaper.
There is a direct train from Liverpool to Manchester Airport every hour (c 6.30am to 7.30pm). In addition, Liverpool can be reached by changing in Manchester at Manchester Piccadilly or Oxford Road stations.
A bus ride from London will take about 5 hours and 30 minutes. Buses depart from Victoria Coach Station. A one-way ticket will cost 14-18 GBP.
ENTERTAINMENT AND SIGHTS
The architectural appearance of port Liverpool is defined by buildings built since the end of the 18th century. Older buildings, unfortunately, have not survived. This is one of the best places to get to know so-called Victorian England, an era named after the reigning queen.
The most interesting sights are concentrated in the Albert Dock area, which is one of the main symbols of the city. Numerous restaurants, cafes, shops and museums are located on the territory of the country's largest ex-ship dock. It is also worth visiting the area south of Hanover Street and west of the two cathedrals, the Anglican and the Catholic. Cables for Liverpool's many ships were once made here.
The Granby-Toxtet district near the docks is the oldest black district in Britain, dating back to the 18th century. The center of the 1981 riots, this area has now been almost completely rebuilt. Several streets with old Victorian houses will be restored and restored.
Liverpool and the Beatles
Fans of the "Beatles" group should definitely go to Matthew Street - the location of the Cavern Club ("Cave" club). It was there that the first performances of the world-famous Liverpool quartet took place. The same street is part of the city center called the Cavern district, which is visited annually by thousands of Beatle fans, who also rush to visit the Beatles store and The Grapes pub, where the musicians drank beer between performances.
Liverpool museums and galleries
The Liverpool branch of the Tate Gallery is located in Albert Dock and is home to an excellent collection of contemporary art. In addition to the main expositions, thematic exhibitions are periodically held there, and if the entrance to the gallery is free, then you will have to pay for visiting short-term expositions. Opening hours: from September to May, from Tuesday to Sunday, from 10:00 to 17:50. Closed every Monday. From June to August, every day, from 10:00 to 17:50. Ticket sales for short-term exhibitions close at 4:45 p.m.
The Merseyside Maritime Museum is also located in Albert Dock and occupies almost the entire northern part of the complex. Excellent thematic expositions dedicated to emigrants, shipbuilders, transatlantic slave trade, etc. others will be interesting to lovers of history and sea depths. Entrance is free. Working hours: every day, from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Another museum from the large number belonging to the Albert Dock, worthy of being visited - the Beatles Museum. The museum is open 7 days a week throughout the year. Children under five years of age - admission is free. There is a system of discounts for large families.
Aren't the Beatles the only ones alive in Liverpool: the British Music Experience tells the story of British music from the 1940s. to modern times.
Liverpool Cathedral
Liverpool Catholic Cathedral - a child of the 20th century. and a great rarity for England. Built in the modernist style, it was designed by the son of the creator of the famous Big Ben. The idea of building this ultra-modern building was born by local Catholics after the no less significant Anglican Cathedral was born. The latter was built from red sandstone at the beginning of the 20th century. in the neo-Gothic style. It is believed that the size of the cathedral can be compared with the Cathedral of St. Peter in Rome. A huge bell, a spacious and modest interior, a tall belfry with a beautiful view of the city are distinctive features.
Not all residents of Liverpool like the sophistication of modern architecture. For example, the Catholic church was nicknamed "Peddy's wigwam" for its unusual appearance.
