Manchester, major city in Greater Manchester, England, UK
Manchester stands as one of England's most important northern cities, featuring modern skyscrapers alongside Victorian architecture, extensive canal networks, and thriving commercial districts that showcase both historical significance and contemporary urban development.
Founded around a Roman fort called Mamucium in 79 AD, Manchester gained city status in 1890 and became the world's first industrialized city during the 18th and 19th centuries, earning the nickname 'Cottonopolis' due to its dominance in textile manufacturing.
The city has produced internationally renowned bands including The Smiths, Oasis, and Joy Division, while hosting world-class institutions like the Manchester Art Gallery, the Museum of Science and Industry, and two Premier League football clubs with global followings.
Manchester offers excellent public transportation through buses, trains, and the Metrolink tram system, with the city center providing diverse shopping districts, dining options, and accommodation ranging from luxury hotels to budget-friendly hostels for all types of visitors.
Manchester was the site of the world's first passenger railway station and remains home to the oldest professional football league in the world, while its Beetham Tower symbolizes the city's transformation from industrial powerhouse to modern financial center.
Location: Manchester
Inception: 1301
Elevation above the sea: 38 m
Shares border with: Bolton
Website: https://cms.manchester.gov.uk
GPS coordinates: 53.47949,-2.24511
Latest update: October 16, 2025 07:39
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Manchester Town Hall
72 m
Cottonopolis
30 m
The Hidden Gem
117 m
Memorial Hall, Manchester
101 m
Manchester Law Library
104 m
Lawrence Buildings
102 m
Statue of John Bright
25 m
Statue of William Ewart Gladstone
49 m
Albert Memorial
8 m
Statue of James Fraser
48 m
Statue of Oliver Heywood
25 m
Jubilee Fountain, Albert Square, Manchester
36 m
Presbytery of the Roman Catholic Church of St Mary (The Hidden Gem)
105 m
Friends Meeting House
132 m
Abbey National Building
76 m
Manchester And Salford Trustee Savings Bank
131 m
St Andrews Chambers
78 m
Carlton House
79 m
Northern Assurance Building
81 m
Albert Chambers
90 m
31, Princess Street
88 m
Anglia House
99 m
Massey Chambers
130 m
Electricity Junction Box, Library Walk
112 m
10, Tib Lane
104 m
1-7, Princess Street
89 m
1-5, Central Street
108 m
36, Kennedy Street
122 mReviews
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