Liverpool

LIVERPOOL ENGLAND

GOVERNMENT Liverpool has three tiers of government; the Mayor and Local

Council, the National Government and the European Parliament. Liverpool is officially governed by a Unitary Authority, as when Merseyside County Council was disbanded civic functions were returned to a district borough level. However several services such as the Police and Fire and Rescue Service, continue to be run at a county-wide level.

The City of Liverpool is governed by the Directly elected mayor of Liverpool and Liverpool City Council, and is one of five metropolitan boroughs that combine to make up the metropolitan county of Merseyside.

The Mayor is elected by the citizens of Liverpool every four years and is responsible for the day-to-day running of the council. The council's 90 elected councillors who represent local communities throughout the city, are responsible for scrutinising the Mayor's decisions, setting the Budget, and policy framework of the city

The city of Liverpool effectively has two Mayors. As well as the directly elected Mayor, there is the ceremonial 'Lord Mayor' (or civic Mayor) who is elected by the full city council at its annual general meeting in May, and stands for one year in office. The Lord Mayor acts as the 'first citizen' of Liverpool and is responsible for promoting the city, supporting local charities and community groups as well as representing the city at civic events.

CLIMATE Liverpool experiences a temperate maritime climate, like much of

the British Isles, with relatively cool summers and mild winters.

Liverpool's moderated oceanic climate is in stark contrast to temperatures expected in continental Europe both at the same latitude as well as latitudes much further north, with very small swings between seasons in comparison.

RELIGION The thousands of migrants and sailors passing through Liverpool resulted

in a religious diversity that is still apparent today. This is reflected in the equally diverse collection of religious buildings,and two Christian cathedrals.

Liverpool is known to be England's 'most Catholic city', with a Catholic population much larger than in other parts of England.

The parish church of Liverpool is the Anglican Our Lady and St Nicholas, colloquially known as "the sailors church“

Liverpool's wealth as a port city enabled the construction of two enormous cathedrals, both dating from the 20th century. The Anglican Cathedral, which was designed by Sir Giles Gilbert Scott and plays host to the annual Liverpool Shakespeare Festival, has one of the longest naves, largest organs and heaviest and highest peals of bells in the world.

Liverpool contains several synagogues, of which the Grade I listed Moorish Revival Princes Road Synagogue is architecturally the most notable. Princes Road is widely considered to be the most magnificent of Britain's Moorish Revival synagogues and one of the finest buildings in Liverpool.

Liverpool has a thriving Jewish community with a further two orthodox Synagogues

Liverpool also has a Hindu community, with a Mandir on Edge Lane, Edge Hill.

TOURISM In the city center gardens Saint John (St. John's Gardens), closed on its east by the

majestic St. George's Hall are part. This building shaped like a Greek temple was built in 1838-1854, and became one of the most beautiful buildings in classic country style.

However, this imposing city for many reasons is known worldwide for being the birthplace of the most famous musical group of all time: The Beatles.

The Cavern is the world's most famous pub. The reason: There began the legend of The Beatles and, therefore, much of the history of modern music.

Today, The Cavern no longer be viewed as it was because it was demolished but, at his side, has opened what may be considered a replica. It is found in Matthew Street and is logically the most visited place in Liverpool.

The Beatles Museum is a totally unmissable attraction if visiting Liverpool. Beyond what this legendary band in the history of the city and in history in general, it's worth visiting for the spectacular preparation.

More than a museum is like a theme park. A journey through the history of The Beatles through their music and their locations. Of his life. Of its members. In a journey that takes you at least two hours, you will approach the biography of each of the members of the legendary band, who were left out ...

You will go through fantastic places frequented reconstructions, we dive into The Cavern, meet Abbey Road ...

A tremendous audiovisual journey that will surprise you.

Admission is about 15 pounds

The Magical Mystery Tour begins in front of the tourist office of the city, where we can buy tickets can also be purchased online (about 17 euros). There is a bus route through the most important parts of the city in relation to the Beatles. Along the way we were taught the houses where they grew up, where they used to be, places that inspired their songs, etc. In the most important corners stops are made about 10 minutes. It is a unique experience because along the way you discover interesting anecdotes, explained by a friendly guide on the British quartet in the city of Liverpool. One of the best bits is when you pass by Penny Lane Street listening to the song that bears his name.

And what better way to finish the Tour of the Beatles taking us a drink at one of the clubs most famous rock and roll world. The Magical Mystery Tour finishes at The Cavern Club, where they played for the first time the Beatles and later bands like Queen and The Rolling Stones.

Penny Lane Penny Lane is a street like any other. Based on the song, there just

find the store of Fish And Chips. There is also a bakery, which is not mentioned in the letter, but on the video "Free as a bird". Across the street, find the roundabout mentioned in the song, as well as Penny Lane Surgery, the alleged bank and the famous barber (formerly Bioletti now Tony Slavin) where we can go in and see photographs of the Beatles cutting their hair in place that gave rise to this singular cut.

Leaving the line of the song, but at the same roundabout, the St. Barnabas Church is, in whose choir sang the young Paul McCartney. And a couple of blocks from Penny Lane, is the first home of John Lennon.