ABERDEEN -- Scotland's third-largest city (pop. 187,000) is characterized by buildings of beautiful white granite. Set beside the North Sea, Aberdeen is both a university town and the capital of the Scottish oil boom. It is also one of Scotland's largest seaside resorts (though its appeal is confined to those who like their water well-chilled). The city's attractions encompass the 15th-century St. Machar's Cathedral, the Mercat Cross of 1686 (a impressive structure), the 14th-century Brig o' Balgownie (Scotland's oldest bridge) and the Winter Garden (Europe's largest indoor garden). Old
Aberdeen, the students' quarter of the city, merits a visit; Stroll the campuses of the two ancient universities, King's College (founded 1495) and Marischal College (founded 1500) -- both are now combined as the University of Aberdeen. Aberdeen is excellent as a base for touring the nearby castles (Dunnotar, Slains and Crathes) and whiskey distilleries (Glenfiddich, Glenlivet and Speyside Cooperage). Other sites include Balmoral Castle (the Royal Family's summer residence) and Braemar Castle, which hosts the largest Highland games every
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Queen Extravaganza
On 2/11/2025
Produced by Brian May and Roger Taylor, Queen Extravaganza is a tribute band to Queen. Since 2012, it has been touring around the world including the USA, the UK, Australia, Canada, Europe, Hong Kong and Brazil. They perform Queen classics like Bohemian Rhapsody, We Will Rock You and Another One Bites The Dust.
Jimmy Carr's stand-up show is packed full of quick-fire jokes and razor-sharp wit. Prepare to laugh out loud as the master of deadpan comedy takes the stage.
The Phantom of the Opera is one of the most beloved musicals of all time. It tells the story of the Phantom, a mysterious figure who haunges the opera house in Paris, and his love for a beautiful young soprano, Christine. Through a series of dramatic events, the Phantom attempts to win Christine over while preventing the opera house from being destroyed. With its powerful music, gripping story, and unforgettable characters, The Phantom of the Opera continues to captivate audiences around the world.
