MediaCityUK as seen from the cafe at IWM

Weekend in Manchester

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August 11th 2013
Geo: 53.4807, -2.23451We are staying in a modern flat in Stalford Quays, near Media City where the BBC is located. From the living room we overlook one of the canals, damn good view to enjoy from the balcony. We went to the IWM (Imperial War Museums), which was very interesting and free. So definitely worth a look. We also keep being told that the Science Museum is very good but we don't hav ... read more

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Great Britain, the dominant industrial and maritime power of the 19th century, played a leading role in developing parliamentary democracy and in advancing literature and science. At its zenith, the British Empire stretched over one-fourth of the ear... ... read more