Liverpool - European Capital of Culture 2008
As a city, Liverpool is diverse, energetic and exciting: we really think there's something for everyone here. From Celebrating Liverpool's 800th Birthday in 2007 to the Capital of Culture in 2008; football to festivals; music to maritime. Try some of these suggestions and sample a slice of Liverpool culture.
"Liverpool will become a cultural beacon of the world. Capital of Culture is a wonderful accolade. It is fabulous. You are a wonderful city. I am so glad you won."
Tessa Jowell, Culture Secretary, June 2003
Liverpool Experiences
As a city, Liverpool is diverse, energetic and exciting we really think there's something for everyone here.From Celebrating Liverpool's 800th Birthday in 2007 to the Capital of Culture in 2008; football to festivals; music to maritime - try some of these suggestions and sample a slice of Liverpool culture.
Liverpool Music and the Beatles
Since The Beatles' day, Liverpool has had to balance honouring its world-conquering sons with nurturing new talent, and on reflection it hasn't done a bad job, especially given the mind-altering sums that are always quoted by musical historians when trying to express in figures the impact of The Beatles. Liverpool City Region Martime Heritage
Maritime is a fascinating area to explore the growth of Liverpool and the region beyond the port. Liverpool Arts & Culture
With more museums and art galleries than any other city - outside of London - as well as being host to the acclaimed title 'European Capital of Culture' in 2008, Liverpool is a 'must see' destination for all culture vultures! Liverpool Shopping
You will find almost every form of retail therapy in Liverpool and elsewhere in the City Region. City Centre Liverpool boasts some of the largest big-name High Street stores in the country. Liverpool Nightlife
In a city with such a wealth of musical achievement, you would expect a dazzling, diverse and vibrant nightlife. And that's exactly what Liverpool offers. Liverpool Sport
Sport - along with music - is the beating heart of this city. The success of our football teams in Liverpool have made the name 'Liverpool' famous around the world. Liverpool Family Fun
You don't need to venture far from Liverpool city centre to find a range of activities for the whole family. 
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Great Liverpool Stuff on Amazon
Public Sculpture of the City of London (Liverpool University Press - Public Sculpture of Britain)
Amazon Price: $52.50 (as of 10/10/2008)
Arthur Bliss: Checkmate (Complete Ballet) / Meditations on a Theme of John Blow / Adam Zero (Ballet Excerpts) - Vernon Handley
Amazon Price: (as of 10/10/2008)
LIVERPOOL CITY COUNCIL MEETING 1896 Antique Print
Amazon Price: $17.50 (as of 10/10/2008)
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The Most Important Thing About Liverpool
The main thing about Liverpool is enjoying the city with its rich history and sights which are all in walking distance or a short bus journey.
You can visit the home of the Beatles while having a drink in the cavern or the rubber soul in Mathew street.
You will love Liverpool and visit time after time.
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