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| Overview & Introduction to Brighton |
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The city’s most notable landmark, the Royal Pavilion, was built by George IV; and it was largely due to his interest in Brighton and his patronage that this former fishing town developed in a fashionable seaside resort. By the mid 19th century, with the opening of the rail link between London and Brighton, modern seaside tourism was in full swing and the city by the sea was bringing in around 250,000 visitors each year. A century and half later, Brighton’s annual tourism numbers have risen to over eight million, and its popularity continues to increase. The city’s past is clearly represented in its landmarks such as the Brighton Pier and the Royal Pavilion; but over the past ten years the city’s cultural renaissance has turned Brighton into a lot more than a coastal resort. Brighton’s centre is a magnet for shoppers, where some of the best shopping south of London can be found. The city’s bohemian sector, the ‘Lanes’ area, is the focal point for unique shops and designer goods and also one of the most popular areas for dining, nightlife and also finding the best accommodation available in Sussex. Its’ a relatively short drive from London and also Gatwick Airport to Brighton; and there are excellent bus and rail services offered as well. Many interesting destinations are conveniently located in West Sussex, such as Chichester, with its stunning Gothic cathedral and Fishbourne’s ancient Roman ruins. | |
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