Manchester

Manchester is a multicultural city vibrant with life. The atmosphere reminded me of San Francisco. I arrived on a Saturday afternoon and found myself surrounded by street merchants, buskers, stag and hen parties and more generally by people having a good time.

 

There is a big number of shops selling comic books, old and second-hand stuff, adding to the vibe.

Most old buildings within the city are from the second half of the 19th century. The industrial history is omnipresent.

 Manchester was famous for its textile industry. The Museum of Inustry and Science preserves some of the old machinery.
 

 

 
 A most lovely place is the old part of the university.

 Located right next to it is the museum of  Manchester, containing many archaeological as well as natural historical exhibits and even some live animals.

 Last but not least there are some older buildings worth seeing...
 

 

 especially the cathedral with its terrific stained glass windows.