A Liverpool thing INTRODUCING the delights and idiosyncrasies of a world-famous city and 2008 European Capital of Culture, with an A-Z of Liverpool and diary of events
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Architecture THE buildings that make Liverpool beautiful neo-classical and Art Deco masterpieces, and more listed properties than any other city outside London
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Waterfront A COMPASS reading down by the riverside. Tall ships, giant warehouses and massive redevelopment in a city with saltwater running through its veins
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Parks and gardens RELAX in town and often the beaten track there are plenty of oases of tranquillity. In fact, Liverpool has over 2,500 acres of parks and open spaces
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Walk this way THE city-centre divided into six areas: Pier Head and Albert Dock, Business District, Shopping Centre, Cultural Quarter, Rope Walks and Hope Quarter
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World in one city TRIBAL spears, palmetto trees, lumberjacks, laundries, shipping lines and synagogues. An itsy-bitsy glimpse into Liverpools global heritage
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Hotels WHERE to stay? Choose from old favourites or unique newcomers, economy or sheer indulgence. Racquet Club to Radisson SAS and every room in-between
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Restaurants OUR pick of Liverpools top 40 restaurants, offering every variety of cuisine. International, modern British, bistros, gastropubs, seafood, Chinese, Russian etc
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Bars and clubs HIP hang-outs on the Albert Dock, smart lounge-bars in the Business District, Mathew Street madness, rocking in Rope Walks and that Hope Quarter vibe
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Shops HAUTE couture or urbanwear? Whatever your passion in fashion, youll find it here. Plus jewellery and accessories and how to find something special
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Arts and culture SIR Jeremy Isaacs says Liverpool "has the greatest single conglomeration of galleries and museums of any city outside London." Lets see what he means
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Entertainment THE finest opera and classical, the best of modern drama and dance, and a dozen top comedy and gig venues. Let us entertain you
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Sport THE worlds most famous steeplechase, two legendary football clubs, Englands Golf Coast, an international tennis tournament and loads more besides
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Out of town JUST 50 miles from Snowdon and 65 from Scafell Pike. All the top attractions in Greater Liverpool and Lancashire, Wirral and Cheshire
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Details THE nitty gritty. If its out there, its in here. Transport, tourist centres, walks, tours and cruises in your handy directory of practical information
