1. Manchester Pedestrians

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Ever find you are waiting to cross the road for a long time in Manchester? That’s probably because 40% of the pedestrian-crossing buttons in the city do not work.

2. The Soviet Union Invasion

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The city of Manchester was nearly invaded by the Soviet Union in 1974. The USSR even drawn up detailed plans on how to invade, and planned on sending T-72 battle tanks through the A56 between Deansgates and Stretford.

3. Mummy Studies

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Would you love to study ancient mummies? Well there’s only one place in the world where you can do just that. Where are we talking about? Manchester, of course! If you would like to earn a degree in mummies, you can apply for the University of Manchester.

4. Fantastic Theatre

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If you want to catch a superb play or musical, you should definitely head to Manchester, as the city offers more theatre seats per head of population outside of London. One of the best theatres in Manchester just has to be the Royal Court Theatre.

5. Football & Finances

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Football has a major impact on the city, as the sport is fundamental to Manchester’s economy. For example, football created £330 million for the region in 2013 alone. That’s like the combined wage of the Manchester United players!

6. Emmeline Pankhurst

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Emmeline Pankhurst was the leader of the Suffragette movement. Mancunians would therefore be proud to learn the activist was born in Manchester’s Moss Side, as her passion, determination and leadership helped women win the right to vote.

She was born to politically active parents. The family moved to Seedley in Pendleton, located on the outskirts of Pendleton, soon after her birth. Her father, Robert Goulden, also served for several years on the Salford Town Council.

7. 20 Nobel Prize Winners

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The Nobel Prize is a set of international awards administered by the Nobel Foundation in Stockholm, Sweden. It is awarded in recognition of academic, cultural or scientific advances. It will delight many Mancunians to learn that 25 Nobel prize winners have hailed from the University of Manchester.

The first Mancunian Nobel Prize winner was Dr. JJ Thomson who won a Nobel Prize in the area of Physics in 1906. The most recent Mancunian Nobel prize winners are Andre Geim and Konstantin Novoselov for groundbreaking experiments regarding the two-dimensional material graphene in 2010.

8. The Oldest Public Library

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Chetham Library in Manchester offers the oldest public library in the English speaking world, and was opened by the rather wealthy Humphrey Chetham back in 1653.

9. The World’s First Industrial City

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Manchester was the very first industrial city in the world. It was even coined “Cottonopolis” and “Warehouse City” during the Victorian era, as it was class as the cotton-making capital of the world in the 18th century.

10. Rolls Royce

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Rolls Royce may never have been if it wasn’t for Manchester. It was in this electric city that Henry Royce made his very first car in his Manchester factory in 1904. That same year, he was introduced to Charles Rolls at the Midland Hotel on 4th May.

One amazing gift Manchester gave the UK just has to be Coronation Street – so click here for some great facts about one of the nation’s favourite soaps. Follow Heart Britain today on Facebook & Twitter.

1. Chaophraya

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Where to find it: Liverpool One

For truly mouthwatering Thai food, you must visit Chaophraya. In addition to the authentic decor, you will experience delicious food created from talented Thai chefs. You can also book private dining rooms for parties of all sizes, and the service is second-to-none.

We recommend: Weeping Tiger.

2. Buffalo Jacks

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Where to find it: Queen Square

Sometimes you can’t beat a good burger – and nowhere can create a scrummy-in-your-tummy burger quite like Buffalo Jacks. The American themed bar and grill offers a relaxed atmosphere, and so you feel like you could be eating a burger or BBQ ribs in the heart of Texas.

We recommend: the Blackened Cajun Chicken Burger. Delish!

3. The London Carriage Works

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Where to find it: Hope Street

There is a reason why The London Carriage Works is an award-winning restaurant, and that’s because it offers fresh ingredients and big flavours. The restaurant focuses on local, seasonal produce to create the contemporary menu, which earned The London Carriage Works with two AA Rosettes between 2010 and 2013.

We recommend: the Herdwick Cumbrian lamb with wild greens and fresh mint.

4. Fonseca’s

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Where to find it: Stanley Street

Do you have a passion for good food? Well, Fonseca’s will be right up your street! When you try the menu, you will see exactly why Fonseca’s was awarded Liverpool’s Favourite Restaurant of 2012 at the Liverpool Food and Drink Awards. Offering a stylish interior, chilled ambience and adventurous dishes from Head Chef Marc Paley, you will want to eat at Fonseca’s for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

We recommend: Rabbit and Chorizo meatballs in a tomato and almond sauce.

5. Old Blind School

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Where to find it: Hardman Street

The Old Blind School is one of the newest restaurants in Liverpool, and it is most definitely one of the best. Just a stone’s throw away from the historic Everyman Theatre and Philharmonic Hall, it’s the perfect place to visit before catching a performance – or even when you’re not. You’ll be spoilt for choice when selecting from the British classic dishes on the menu, the extensive wine list or their cask ales.

We recommend: the British Beef & Bearnaise ribs.

6. Viva Brazil

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Where to find it: Castle Street

Viva Brazil offers Brazilian cuisine that offers bags upon bags of flavour. The authentic steakhouse is a meat-lover’s delight, as meat skewers will be carved at your table. The restaurant also have plenty of fish and vegetarian options available, too! Located in the bustling business district, it’s nestled in between some of the city’s finest restaurants, and is the perfect way to enjoy a bite to eat after a busy day at work or a long day of shopping.

We recommend: Algarta – Rump Steak

7. Panoramic 34

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Where to find it: Brook Street

Panoramic 34 is the only way to experience Liverpool’s beautiful skyline. The fine dining restaurant not only offers a variety of tempting dishes and delicious cocktails, but you can see Liverpool’s stunning waterfront and most celebrated landmarks from the comfort of your table. That’s because Panoramic 34 is the UK’s tallest restaurant, located on the 34th floor of the West Tower skyscraper.

We recommend: Luxury Vintage Afternoon Tea

8. Chaba Chaba

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Where to find it: Allerton Road

For elegant, classic Thai cuisine, book a table at Chaba Chaba located at the popular Allerton Road. The rooms are adorned with traditional statues, offering an authentic Thai ambience in contemporary rooms. Not a lover of spicy food? Not a problem, as Chaba Chaba can cook a dish to your preference. What’s more, you can even book the food to takeaway!

We recommend: Phad Chaa Lamb

9. Baltic Social

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Where to find it: Parliament Street

Sometimes there is nothing better than a chilled out bar and some good food, are we right? The Baltic Social will be right up your street. Offering laidback benches, couches and chairs, the Baltic Social welcomes groups of all sizes, and the fantastic food simply adds to the bohemian buzz.

We recommend: Punk Afternoon Tea

10. The Moon and the Pea

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Where to find it: Lark Lane

Lark Lane offers some of Liverpool’s best bars and restaurants outside of the city centre, with the coolest scousers heading to here for a bite to eat and a drink. The best restaurant in the lane has to be The Moon and the Pea, which offers reasonably priced, tasty food combined with first-class service. It’s quirky, it’s colourful and boy is it memorable.

We recommend: Veggie Homemade Burger.

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