Situated in the heart of the Midlands, 'Brum' or Birmingham - the UK's second largest city - is one of the most vibrant and exciting places to visit within the British Isles.
Home to the world famous City of Birmingham Orchestra and Birmingham Royal Ballet, the city of Birmingham is a thriving cultural hotspot that attracts more than 22 million people per year.
Those fond of shopping will be pleased to know Birmingham is the home of the several famous shopping centres including the famous Bullring Shopping Centre, the Pavillions, the Mailbox and the Pallasades.
Of all these shopping venues, the Bullring is considered to be the most famous. A trading area as far back as the middle ages, the Bullring has always been the centre for shopping and commerce within the city of Birmingham.
While always a retail hotspot, the area around the Bullring fell into disrepair after the Second World War and it wasn't until after redevelopment plans were drawn up in the later 60s and early 70s that the Bullring became famous for shopping once again. Today it is one the largest shopping malls within the Midlands and is home to more than 160 high street, fashionable shops.
One other attraction that pulls in thousands of tourists every year is the Cadbury factory on Linden Road. Chocoholics visiting the factory can enjoy a guided tour around one of Britain's most famous chocolate sites, learn a little about the history of chocolate and a favourite amount tourists - purchase cheap misshapes and promotional chocolate samples.
Of course there are those who are not lured to Birmingham for chocolate tours or shopping sprees, but instead visit Birmingham for its popular cultural activities. Of all the cultural activities to enjoy in Birmingham, the City of Birmingham Orchestra is one of the more favourite.
Founded by Neville Chamberlain, the orchestra gave its first performance as the city of Birmingham Orchestra in the autumn of 1920. The first performance was conducted by Edward Elgar and included Overture: Saul within its original program, a piece written by Granville Bantock, a keen supporter of the organisation.
In 1948, the orchestra changed its name to the City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra after becoming a full-time organisation. Since moving to become a full-time organisation, the CBO has become one of Britian's most famous orchestras, regularly featuring on the BBC and playing concerts throughout Birmingham and across the British Isles.
Those looking to catch a performance with the City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra will find all the information they need at its offices on Berkley Street.
Whether it's shopping at the Bullring, learning about the history of chocolate or relaxing to the sounds of the orchestra, Birmingham has something to offer every visitor, the numerous Birmingham budget hotels and restaurants ensuring you are adequately catered for on your trip.
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