British Cities: Manchester

Manchester is a large city in the north west of England, which was formerly known for its wool and cotton industries, but is now the financial and business centre for the area. Many pop and rock bands (such as Oasis) come from Manchester, which is known for its music industries and its many nightclubs. It is also known for its football teams, Manchester United and Manchester City. Many of the buildings in the city centre were destroyed by an IRA bomb in 1996. People who come from Manchester are called Mancunians.