Where Regent Street and Oxford Street cross is where Oxford Circus is situated - east of fashionable Mayfair and north of arty Covent Garden. Oxford Circus is therefore where two of London's longest and most exciting shopping streets cross, including such stores as Selfridges. Side streets lead to charming markets, bringing an air of individuality to the area. Oxford Circus and the surrounding area is currently enjoying an exciting revival with many fashionable restaurants, complete with famous chefs, being located there. Nearby Soho and Chinatown mean that the district is a showcase for the diversity of cultures and ethnicities in London.
Liverpool was awarded the European Capital of Culture 2008. The vibrant city is renowned for its arts & culture and is home to numerous museums & galleries including a branch of the Tate Gallery. Read more ...
