How to enjoy Birmingham
Birmingham is full of culture, with museums, galleries, theatres and restaurants making up much of this glamorous city. Birmingham is also a city which features intriguing water ways , with canal paths to wander along and green parks to relax in as well as being home to some of the friendliest people in the UK, with arguably the most loveable accents. Many people underestimate Birmingham, seeing it as just a place to pass through. Making this mistake, however can mean missing out on some wonderful sights.
Brindleyplace in the city, is host to the International Convention Centre, which is the home of the Symphony Hall. The leisure destination is also home to various galleries and museums as well as many different bars and restaurants, it really the place to go in Birmingham if you wish to soak up the culture. It also has the advantage of a beautiful canal side location, making it the perfect location for relaxation. You can find out more about the facilities at Brindleyplace here;
www.brindleyplace.com.
Birmingham also has a world -famous jewellery quarter, featuring over 100 independent retailers, all selling stunning pieces. It really is a wonderful place, (if not potentially expensive) to wander around. Whilst there you should visit the Museum of the Jewellery Quarter, where you can discover the history behind Birmingham's jewellery making. More information can be found here;
www.jewelleryquarter.net/visit/museums/museum-of-the-jewellery-quarter/.
Another place to visit is Victoria Square, in the heart of the city. Here you can gaze at the stunning architecture of the public buildings situated in this pedestrian area, whilst you take a load off your feet. There are also some important sculptural pieces in the square, including, 'Iron: Man' by Antony Gormely, representing traditional industry from Birmingham, and 'The River', one of the largest fountains in Europe.
It is often said that Birmingham has more canals than Venice, and walking along the canal paths or even enjoying a boat ride is certainly a wonderful past-time. For more information on companies offering boat trips and the canals themselves, have a look here;
visitbirmingham.com/what-to-do/tours-sightseeing/canal-boat-tours/.
However you prefer to relax and pass the time, you are certain to find something in Birmingham for you.
