Outside London, Birmingham holds the first rank in terms of population. The city has enough attractions to captivate the many tourists who visit it each year. In the past, Birmingham was a favorite with tourists. This has not changed in the present as there are new attractions that keep the attention of visitors. The old sites have also been revamped to keep them in their perfect states.

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There are several back to back houses located between Inge and Hurst streets. They are the only surviving structures of the type in the whole country. They have been erect since the 19th century and are a tale of many years of history. The design of the houses was a reaction to the exponential growth of population in the city. The houses were demolished in 1970 and their occupants moved to new houses that had been built by the council. The city council later restored the houses and they have been maintained ever since. They have been opened to members of the public. This is just one example of items that have been in Birmingham then and now.

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The city also boasts various museums that showcase items of significance in the city’s as well as country’s history. One of them is the Museum of Jewellery Quarter. This historical store displays live demonstration of how certain workshop owners used to make their jewelry. The workshop was not built by the council but by two people who closed it 80 years ago and left everything as it was. Their overalls and tools are in the same position and condition as they were left decades ago.

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Another museum that is quite a presence in the city is the Birmingham museum and art gallery. The gates of the museum were opened more than a decade and a quarter ago. It has such a large collection of paintings and various forms of art.

Have you ever thought of taking a different kind of trip? Then if so, you should consider the Lake District in the UK. The Lake District is a stunning area in the north of England which boasts lakes, mountains and quaint little villages and towns. It is not a popular destination for tourists visiting the UK so remains relatively quiet.

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On your trip to the Lake District you need to take advantage of the great walking paths. If you are fond of hillwalking or even just strolling along the lakefronts, you will love the Lake District. You will have a great time whether you go there with your partner, your entire family or just by yourself. The combination of spectacular wilderness and historic little villages with friendly locals will make your holiday to the Lake District an unforgettable experience. What more could you want from a holiday?

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With the stunning scenery surrounding you, if you’re in to taking holiday snaps you’ll be spoilt for choice. With minimum effort your photos will impress your friends and you might even feel confident enough to enter them into competitions as well. You are bound to have an enjoyable and memorable visit to the Lake District no matter when you go!

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If you’re headed to Paris and love to read, you should consider visiting the some of the wonderful bookstores that the city has to offer. There are a range of bookstores in Paris so you’ll be sure to find one that has exactly the kind of book that you’re looking for. When you wander around Paris, you will see that many people in Paris love to read; in parks, cafes and bars. Like the Parisians, you too will become immersed in the literary scene of the creative French capital if you visit any one of the city’s impressive book shops.

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In every district of Paris, you will find a bookstore to your liking. Around the 5th arrondissement, you will find more than 250 plus bookstore waiting for you. From the Left Bank to the Eiffel Tower, you’ll be within stumbling distance of a great library or book store.

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In certain book stores, you will be able to find a book from any part of the world. The French population loves to read. In a city which has inspired countless writers, artists and poets, you’ll be spoilt for choice when it comes to book stores. For this reason you need to know about the best places to go in Paris depending on your taste in books. Around the world, book stores are sadly becoming rare, however, a visit to Paris shows you that not all cities are in danger of losing this tradition. Here is a list of some great book stores in the French capital! Just click on the links to investigate further! You are guaranteed to find the perfect book store for you on your trip to Paris! Happy reading!

1. Abbey Bookshop

2. Artazart Design Bookstore

3. Berkeley Books of Paris

4. Galignani

5. Gibert Jeune

6. La Belle Hortense

7. San Francisco Book Co

8. Shakespeare & CO

9. Tea & Tattered Pages

10. The Red Wheelbarrow

11. Village Voice Bookshop

12. WH Smith Paris