The city boasts an impressive array of attractions including some excellent museums, historical sites, parks and leisure facilities. Cultural events are important to the city, none more so than the traditional Hogmany celebrations on New Year’s Eve. The arts scene is well established with a number of notable galleries, and the performing arts are well represented at several venues. The redevelopment has helped rid Glasgow of its former reputation, and it has gone on to win several prestigious awards including UK City of Architecture and Design, and European City of Culture. Kelvingrove art gallery and museum is housed in a magnificent Victorian cathedral, while the David Livingstone Museum commemorates the life of the famous explorer with a number of interesting exhibits. When you have finished touring the different sites, make sure you pay a visit to the beautiful Botanic Gardens. The 40-acre site is a great place to relax and has some well-laid-out gardens. Linn Park is another popular spot for locals and visitors, and has many pleasant riverside walks, a small zoo, pony rides and several other attractions. The historic town of Paisley evolved from its abbey that was founded in 1163, although it is now best known for producing printed cotton and woollen cloth. Glasgow has good transport links, including a number of airports – the closest being Glasgow International Airport. Most of the flights are domestic, although there are a limited number of international routes. The budget airlines operate out of Prestwick airport, while long-haul flights use Edinburgh International. There are two main railway stations that provide good services throughout Scotland and beyond. | 
