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George Square is right in the centre of Glasgow and is the
main open space in the city centre. There are statues of Sir
Walter Scott, Queen Victoria, Prince Albert, Robert Burns
and others. The red paving which has replaced all the original
flower beds and grassed area has caused the square to be referred
to as the 'Red Square'.
Great New Years celebrations take place here,
and there is usually something going on in the square all
year round. Many times in the year it hosts events (like ice
skating in winter). There are loads of bars and resturants
on the streets off the square and Merchant City with its host
of trendy pubs and eateries is just a stones throw away.
George Square is the hub of the city and
is the place from which travellers can visit many locations
throughout the city. The information bureau is here along
with all major transport links. Once you have found George
Square and Sauchiehall Street, you can find your way around
the centre faily easily. On its north side is the Queens Street
train Station (for trains north and east) and Buchanan Street
(leading to the coach station). Most of interest, is south
and west of the Square.
Away from the traffic, you can look up and
admire the beautiful architecture of Glasgow's grand buildings,
and nowhere is better to do this than George Square. Its also
got lots of information points, statues and tourist guides,
and seats to rest on.
George Square, is surrounded by some of the
Glasgow's most important buildings, the City Chambers &
the Merchants' House. The square is known for its floral displays
and in winter its Christmas lights.
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