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Glasgow can boast its history – the enormous list of inventors, engineers, writers and architects of the 19th and 20th centuries were part of the driving force of industrialization. Glasgow is one of the most cosmopolitan destinations in Europe.

Art and culture are important in Glasgow. Galleries and museums are in abundance in life of the city. Besides, most of them are with free admission. Design, music, theatre, Scottish film continue push boundaries and capture worldwide attention. Burrell Collection, housing an art collection gifted by a shipping magnate, inspired the growth of a gallery scene and prospering museum that has helped advance Glasgow into becoming a top tourist destination.

Glasgow was chosen as a European city of culture thanks to a world-class art gallery and several excellent museums. More than 20 museums and galleries, the architectural heritage of architects like Alexander Thomson, renowned for his classical designs, and Charles Rennie Mackintosh, master of art nouveau will discourage and satisfy the most attenuatous taste. The city houses over 20 museums, among which there is the world’s first Museum of Religion.

Glasgow offers easy access to some of perfect mountains, lochs glens, and unspoilt coastline. The visitors find much to do and see in Glasgow on the River Clyde, and besides, can use it as a base to explore the surrounding countryside.

The numerous lively restaurants, pubs and attractive shopping precincts can also please the tourists.

The Glasgow’s northern latitude means that the weather tends to be unpredictable throughout the year and can be particularly cold and wet in winter despite long and light summer days here.





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