A Trip To England Wouldn’t Be Complete Without A Visit To Bristol

February 9, 2010

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Bristol, the premier city for the South West of England, serves as the entrance to some of the UK’s most scenic locations. Boasting the fifth largest population in England, as well as a rich and eventful history, it has recently transformed into a vibrant, modern European city packed with attractions to suit every kind of visitor.

For the dedicated shopaholic, the recently built Cabot Circus shopping complex has propelled Bristol into the top 10 list of UK shopping destinations. With over 100 new shops, in addition to restaurants and cafes, and a state-of-the-art 13-screen Showcase Cinema de Lux, this impressive site guarantees that shoppers will not leave Bristol disappointed.

Walk a short distance from the central shopping areas and you will find yourself in the midst of the incredible old buildings and relics that made up Bristol’s original city center. The cobbled streets of Corn Street, Broad Street, St Nicholas Market and King Street are much the same today as they were centuries ago.

The original town was listed in the Anglo-Saxon Chronicle of 1051 as a trading port and the city’s maritime heritage is highlighted by the achievements of Kingdom Brunel, the great Victorian inventor who was born there. He was responsible for the SS Great Britain, which was the first iron-hulled, propeller-driven ship to pass between the UK and America and, of course, the renowned Clifton Suspension Bridge, which offers breathtaking views over Bristol.

One of the most significant changes to Bristol over recent years has been the transformation of the city’s harborside from a bustling commercial dock to an attractive development filled with hotels, restaurants and bars. Key attractions to look out for include The Hippodrome, Explore-At-Bristol, Bristol City Football Club and the Watershed Media Centre. Hop on a Bristol Ferry for a great way to see the area from a different perspective.

Alternatively, why not take a pleasant stroll up Park Street towards Clifton village, which offers a great selection of boutique clothing stores and classy restaurants. For something a little different, you can pay a visit to Bristol Zoo Gardens, with over 450 rare and endangered species, and provides plenty of activities for kids of all ages.

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