The heart of Merseyside lies on the east bank of the Mersey estuary, just three miles from the sea. Liverpool a port city in the English midlands, is a sleek and artistic metropolis. Famous for its rich culture and history, Liverpool offers travelers many things to see and to do all year round. Liverpool’s proud maritime heritage is reflected in its numerous preserved dock buildings that look awesome and remind of the past development of the city. Many of these buildings have been imaginatively repurposed, such as the Albert Dock complex which houses Tate Liverpool, one of the UK’s major modern art collections. One of the major attractions for visitors going to Liverpool is its unique musical heritage, with that of The Beatles especially. The city’s unique identity as the birthplace of the world’s most successful band attracts thousands of people every year.