It’s likely you already know something about this northern English city, even before you head off on your Manchester holiday. Maybe you’ve heard of the soccer teams – two of the wealthiest in the UK Premier Football League – or the famed music scene? Globally successful bands like Oasis, The Smiths and Simply Red all hail from here. Despite what you may already know, there’s so much more to discover. Visit Manchester and you’ll find out why its canal system is one of the longest in the UK, experience first-hand how the city’s multicultural population has shaped the restaurant scene, and see why well-known institutions like the BBC have moved to MediaCity.