First modern city in the world

Manchester, rich with history
Even if Manchester is the second city in United Kingdom, to the question how it feels to be second, Mancunian would reply with ” Dunno, ask Londoners “… The city is rich with history and culture, traditions and believes, easily explored in its plethora of noteworthy museums and galleries, offering you so much more than just its name. Manchester is a perfect place to start with, while discovering the region, with countless events and attractions, don’t forget that Manchester is the world’s first modern city, a place where both capitalism and communism were born. It’s the uncrowned capital, that totally deserves this title.

If you happen to be in Manchester during December, you will experience a lot more than just the Christmas lightening. Even the city turns into a Christmas paradise during this month, there are still bunch of things to see and events to attend. From extensive Christmas markets, to incredible shops, restaurants and cafes, the Capital of the North, will proof to you its importance and uniqueness. Manchester is bursting city, with events that suits for everyone, from live music and sports, to theatre, concerts and art…

For example Sea Life is something that every kid and adult would like to see, with over 5.000 creatures including sharks, octopus, seahorses, rays and jellyfish. Bring your family and friends over for unforgettable experience, you can simply watch or even feed them, holding a crab or touching a starfish in an interactive touchpool experience. Doesnt matter whether you are an adult or kid, there will be creature knowledge test for everyone, and believe me, sometimes kids know a lot more than we do. Amazing experience will be a journey through the underwater tunnel as sharks and rays swim overhead. See if you are brave enough to look the shark in the eye, or to be nose to nose with them.

Once you have touched starfish and got through the fear of shark next to you, you can relax through wonderful Christmas market, the city literally transforms into a fairy tale, with the bustle and excitement of the Christmas. Soak up the real Christmas spirit and festive atmosphere, passing through the most picturesque streets and squares of great Manchester. There will be more than 300 festooned wooden houses , that will offer you local and European gifts, toys, crafts, jewellery, clothes and delicious goods.

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