The City of Glasgow has its own coat of arms that was awarded to the city on October 25, 1866 by Lord Lyon. The elements of the crest
symbolize aspects of the life of Kentigern, Glasgow's patron saint. If Saint
Kentigern doesn't sound familiar to you, you may be more familiar with his
nickname, Saint Mungo. The elements represent miracles Saint Mungo performed in
his lifetime.
The city is divided into several districts. They are: 1) City Centre; 2) The West End; 3) The East End; 4) The South Side; and 5) North
Glasgow.
The boundaries of City Centre are High Street to the east, the River Clyde to the South, and the M8 motorway to the west and north. City Centre
is comprised of the retail and theater district, Merchant City, and the
Financial District.
Within the retail and theater district are the shopping areas of Argyle, Sauchiehall, and Buchanan Streets. Also within City
Centre are many of Glasgow's cultural sites. Among these cultural sites are The
Theatre Royal, Glasgow Royal Concert Hall, Mitchell Library, and Cineworld, the
world's tallest cinema.
Merchant City in City Centre holds many cafes and restaurants as well as sites like Old Tolbooth, Tron Theatre, and the Old
Fruitmarket. It is also the area where Glasgow's Arts Quarter is
located.
The Financial District of City Centre is officially known as the International Financial Services District, or IFSD. It's also been called "Wall
Street on Clyde."
The West End is Glasgow's bohemian district and is home to numerous cafes, tea rooms, bars, boutiques, hotels, clubs, and restaurants.
It also contains Kelvingrove Park, the University of Glasgow, the Glasgow
Botanic Gardens Lavonte David Buccaneers Jersey , and BBC Scotland's Headquarters. It's also the area where Glasgow's biggest annual festival is held each June. The
festival is called The West End Festival.
In the East End is the famous Glasgow Barrowland Market, commonly called "The Barras." It's a scenic area that
still contains many of the areas original sandstone buildings. One of the
must-see sites of the area is the Glasgow Necropolis Cemetery.
The South Side is the largest area and lies to the south of the river Clyde. In this area
are important public buildings like Charles Rennie Mackintosh's Scotland Street
School Museum and House for an Art Lover and The National Football Stadium
Hampden Park in Mount Florida.
North Glasgow is a residential area of the city. It contains many of the city's poorest residential
areas.
Regardless of the area for which they are interested, visitors to Glasgow will find numerous vacation accommodations to meet their needs,
including both hotels and holiday apartments.
Examples of hotels in Glasgow, Scotland are:
Fraser Suites Glasgow: One look at this hotel and you'll swear you're staying in a castle. That's because it's located in a
renovated 1850s Baronial building. There are 102 large rooms ranging from one or
two bedroom apartments to deluxe suites. Includes fully equipped kitchenette in
each apartment, cable television, DVD player, and Internet access.
Tulip Inn Glasgow: This hotel is in a brand new building and has 114 rooms. Each of
them is equipped with wireless Internet access, satellite television, and a
power shower.
Thistle Glasgow: This modern hotel is located in the heart of Glasgow near shopping, entertainment, and the Business Centre. It boasts
large bedrooms and a choice of bars and restaurants.
Examples of holiday apartments in Glasgow, Scotland are:
Streets Ahead Self Catering: There are two apartments available in this complex. One of them, Icon Apartment,
sleeps 4 to 6 people and the other, Belmont Apartment, sleeps 2 to 4 people.
Icon Apartment is located next to the St. Enoch shopping centre and just a short
walk from Central Station. Belmont Apartment is near Glasgow's Great Western
Road and Byres Road, near great shopping, bars, and restaurants.
Glasgow House: This beautiful apartment is in a three story townhouse and sleeps 7 to 8
people in its four spacious bedrooms. It's decorated in a contemporary style
with beautiful hardwood floors. The apartment is located in Glasgow's West End
and is within minutes of the Botanic Gardens.
Beresford Apartment: This luxurious apartment is in a very impressively styled art-deco building. It
sleeps two in one bedroom with a huge leather bed. It is located on the western
end of Sauchiehall Street and includes a flat screen digital television, leather
sofas, and a well-equipped kitchen.
You'll enjoy a visit to Glasgow regardless of which area of the city you choose to stay in. And, rest assured,
there will be plenty of beautiful vacation accommodations to rest your head!
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