Image via WikipediaBirmingham is one of the most picturesque locales of England. Situated in the West Midlands County, it is the preferred destination of many who long for some peace and quietude and the locals staying there are all equally peace loving in nature. Although it is second only to London in population, the inhabitants have managed to retain a degree of quietude and instead of feeling crowded, you are bound to like the company that you come across.. It also holds great significance historically, since it was one of the major seats of the Industrial Revolution, and presently is one of the largest and most successful commercial areas in the whole of England. Great sights and pleasing atmosphere makes it a fabulous weekend destination.
Transport: The biggest advantage that Birmingham has due to its central location is that it is well connected by railway, canals, airway and roadways. The Birmingham International Airport welcomes the international travelers, while the Spaghetti Junction, UK's most developed and largest motor junction brings in the neighboring tourists. The city's main station is the Birmingham New Street which connects to all the major railway stations in the whole of England. And the canals are reminiscent of its counterparts at Venice.
Sightseeing: Birmingham is the cultural hub of UK and probably just a weekend will not be enough to experience all of it. The buildings were all mainly built between the 18th and 20th centuries and major constructions took place during the Industrial Revolution.
St. Martin in the Bull Ring and St. Phillip's Cathedral are among the oldest churches and the St Chad's Cathedral was the first Roman Catholic Church to be built in the UK. The Soho House, the Town Hall and the St. Paul's Square is unique in architecture. The buildings of the Reformation and the Victorian era can be identified by their distinct and elegant architecture and designing.
You can enjoy your evenings listening to recitals by world's top musicians in the Symphony Hall and by gazing at the work of the famous artists and sculptors in the Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery.
St George's Day and the Birmingham International Carnival are celebrated with great enthusiasm and there is a large conglomeration of tourists on such occasions.
Food and Restaurant: The three most important restaurants in the city are the Simpson's, the Purnell's and the Turners and all three of them are Michelin starred. You can buy your own choice of food items from the Birmingham Wholesale Market at amazingly low prices. Apart from them you also have Bottega Restaurant, Maki Fresh, Café Dupont, The Bright Star, The Wine Loft and many more of them, all bringing you the choicest cuisines from around the world to sooth your taste buds and satisfy your appetites.
