Ropewalks is a diverse district encompassing some of the most notable streets and squares in the city centre for independent shopping, cafe and restaurant culture, entertainment and night-time recreation.

[4] Bold Street is known today for its bohemian atmosphere and its mix of tourists, buskers, eclectic independent shops, and diverse restaurants from many different cultures and ethnic groups.

At the bottom of Bold Street stands The Lyceum Building, a historic landmark constructed in 1802, originally as a news room and England’s first subscription library.

As the largest port on the west coast of Britain, a major industrial city and naval base, Liverpool was specifically targeted and became one of the most heavily bombed areas outside of London.

In the 2000s, it was eventually cleared, reopened to the public and is used today as a memorial to the casualties of war and for regular community arts and cultural events.

Some of the events have included theatre, dance, classical, music, visual art, cinema, as well as alternative occasions.

Since the 19th century, and especially during the two world wars, Liverpool's status as a major coastal port has led to a deep relationship and strong ties between the city, Shanghai and Hong Kong.

The economic depression of the 1930s and its adverse effects on the shipping business led to the decline of the new Chinatown and many buildings and warehouses were left decaying and condemned around Pitt Street for a period of time.

Major events such as high profile football matches or the start of the UK's new university student term in September are particular highlights during the year.

[17][18][19] FACT Liverpool (Foundation for the Arts and Creative Technologies) is an important part of the UK's cultural life and is located on Wood Street.

Designed by architect Austin-Smith:Lord, the centre welcomes millions of visitors every year and has hosted high profile international guests and stars of Hollywood.

In the 18th century, it was a dwelling-place for some of Liverpool's most prosperous merchants with extensive views of the River Mersey and the Wirral Peninsula.

From the 2000s, changes in the overall landscape of the Ropewalks area led to more residential properties being built and in 2016, the nightclubs were closed and bulldozed to make way for regeneration.