Liverpool: The City and Surrounding Area

A comprehensive travel guide of Liverpool and surrounding areas like The Wirral. Discover the most iconic and picturesque spots to visit and photograph in one of the UK's finest cities. *the guide to Liverpool: The City and Surrounding Area will take you on a visual adventure, showcasing stunning architectural marvels like the Three Graces and Liverpool Cathedral, alongside beautiful parks and breathtaking coastlines on the Wirral as well as to the north and south of the city.

An exploration of the Liverpool City Region

The Liverpool City region is a remarkable destination, perfect for exploring with a camera. it's a cultural hub, boasting the highest number of museums, galleries, parks, and listed buildings outside of London. this guide is your ultimate resource for a city photography getaway, offering insights into the most popular locations, Ste's personal favourites, and hidden gems he often visits.

Ste will guide you through the city, renowned for its rich cultural heritage and lively atmosphere. Liverpool tells a story spanning over 800 years, featuring two cathedrals, two premier league football teams, and a vibrant maritime and music history.

Architectural wonders and natural beauty

Liverpool is home to an impressive collection of architecture, with over 2,500 listed buildings, including 27 grade I and 85 grade II structures. from the majestic Royal Liver Building to the contemporary elegance of the Museum of Liverpool.

To the north of the city, you’ll find both Everton and Liverpool football clubs along with 22 miles of stunning coastline. To the south, a variety of attractions await, including stunning parkland and Beatles pilgrimage sites like Penny Lane.

The Wirral peninsula, affectionately known as ‘the Wirral’, lies a short distance across the River Mersey, this area is rich in history and natural splendour, showcasing picturesque landscapes and charming villages, offering a delightful mix of coastal beauty and rural peace. With 50 miles of coastline, beaches, rural walking trails, and cycling routes, there is much to explore.

A unique photography guide

Our guidebooks not only inspire your travel plans by highlighting top destinations but also provide tips on the best times to visit and ideal photography vantage points. Unlike previous titles, this guide emphasizes time-saving insights that Ste shares with readers. He conducts extensive research, exploring streets and capturing information to make your trip planning effortless and enjoyable, ensuring you can take exceptional images to share with loved ones.

What sets this book apart from other city photography guides is that Ste shares not only the locations of the subjects but also the exact spots from where the images were captured. This offers insight into Ste’s photography workflow and provides composition advice, helping you maximise your visit.

Featuring over 200 inspiring photographs from more than 52 accessible locations, Ste provides the what3words location code for each image, along with essential parking and train information for city visitors.

With what3words, there's no need to stress about postcodes or map grid references; their geocode system, accurate within three meters, will direct you to the nearest parking area and train station for each site. Additionally, each location image includes a QR code that, when scanned, provides directions (using your preferred digital map service like google maps) to the exact spot where Ste took the photograph.

An essential quick reference guide offers key information for each site, including advice on the best times of day and year to visit, as well as tips for using light to enhance your photography.

Prepare to discover hidden treasures in the city and surrounding area with our guidebook, crafted to equip you for your urban adventures!

Are you ready to explore?

Get ready to uncover everything this beautiful, photographically diverse part of the world has to offer!

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