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Europe > England > Manchester > Introduction
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bit like Birmingham, Manchester too was one of the cities of Central England which made
its fortunes during the years of the Industrial Revolution. The city was, during the 18th
and 19th centuries, one of England’s most prosperous centres of
manufacturing, industry and commerce - and also a city overflowing with the byproducts of
prosperity- slums, crime, filth and poverty grew side by side with opulence and wealth. Today
though, Manchester has done an about-turn. The city has made a concerted effort to polish
up its image and change itself- and has succeeded. Present-day Manchester is one of the
UK’s liveliest cities, with a vibrant cultural scene, and lots to see and do. Little
wonder then, that more and more tourists every year make it a part of their itineraries. |
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T B O X |
| Population |
873,000 |
| Language |
English |
Religion |
Christian ( largely Anglican ), Jewish minority |
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