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Jamie Simpson
Manchester City, Greater Manchester in the United Kingdom! So good, that 'Greater' is placed in the County name. Manchester has it all from high rise urban living to multicultural society with all the trimmings. Over the years Manchester has seen a massive investment within almost all locations, from the city centre which has seen its shopping centres and accommodation radically overhauled, to the travel infrastructure that has made accessibility much easier for commuters, shoppers and residents alike. Living Developments Talk about spoiled for choice, Manchester has some fantastically designed urban living zones. It really depends on your taste in housing but the city has it all. Trendy lofts and apartments, housing share schemes, developments above stores, high rise, low rise, council owned and many areas such as Hulme, Moss Side, Failsworth and Cheetham Hill renowned for multicultural societies and massive investment opportunities. Manchester does not have many areas that have not seen some kind of regeneration projects that have radically changed the look of property, and living standards for the residents. All in all living in Manchester has become something of a cultural phenomenon; many people simply want to live there because of the changes and the closeness to all the amenities. Apartment rentals are widely available, and probably the most popular way of becoming a resident in the city. There are so many opportunities one can be absolutely spoiled for choice. More people are moving into Manchester than are moving out, it has become the place to rent an apartment in the North West of England and it is not hard to see why. Shopping and Entertainment It can be argued that most of the investment in the infrastructure came after the IRA bombing in 1996 that destroyed part of Manchester's shopping district. Certainly since then the city has changed so much that anybody returning after a 20 year absence would wonder if they are in Manchester at all. You will be hard pushed to find a shopping area that does not carry something that you need; such is the wealth of shops locally. From the Arndale Centre and its vast mall containing many famous stores to the commercial areas around Portland Street, Cross Street and the cultured shopping quarters of Oldham Street which houses the world famous market style Affleck's Palace. Manchester Corn Exchange is another shopping location to have been transformed after the 1996 bombing, shows off many local independent stores and designer outlets. Manchester is not shy on entertainment, with several cinemas including an Independent Movie House by Oxford Street Train Station. Bars and entertainment zones are on almost every street including the Printwork's ideally located right by the Andale Centre. Manchester's nightlife is hardly matched anywhere else in the UK; there are simply too many bars and nightclubs to mention. From Rock Venues to more trendy high class bars with garden balconies, it is nearly impossible to become bored in Manchester. The recent addition of the Beetham Hilton Tower near Castlefield Train Station has become quite a feature, and an instant landmark. It is a high rise structure that is the tallest building in Manchester which accommodates a 5-Star hotel, residential apartments and probably the best penthouses in the UK. See this video: www.youtube.com/watch?v=6_oHayFE9W4 Travel Manchester City has one of the best transport networks in Great Britain, there are multiple city centre train stations including: Train Stations - Manchester Victoria - Manchester Piccadilly - Salford - Salford Crescent - Deansgate - Oxford Road - The Metrolink Tram Service - This operates and stops at various major locations within the city center and also connects some local towns. There are a number of bus services, hundreds of buses operate to and from the city 7 days a week, with some 24 hour services. There is even a free city centre bus service connecting business and stores. Parking although can be a problem in the city centre, simply due to the many no parking zones, short stay zones or the lack of available parking spaces that are free. There are multiple multi-story car parks and city owned car parks that cost money to stay for a few hours. This is why Manchester is lavished with so much public transport, simply to try and keep people from entering the city in a car. From experience the best form of transport in Manchester City center is its public transport network. Conclusion Manchester City is a place that simply has to be experienced, many people fall in love with the place. People are friendly Northerners with an accent that is distinctive, who will help you out with anything and point you in the right direction. The fact that renting apartments in Manchester has become somewhat a trend lately, highlights the city's direction and popularity. Manchester is an amazing place to live and work. Information is widely available at many locations including train stations, transport hubs, City Hall and various other venues throughout the city. There are even people who will hand you a free edition of the Manchester Evening News (newspaper) outside stores and train stations, another great source of information.
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