New Homes in Aberdeen
Aberdeen is Scotland’s third most densely inhabited city and the 29th most populous in the UK. With a population in excess of 210,000, Aberdeen is also known as the Silver City with the Golden Sands owing to its 18th century granite architecture forming silver-like deposits. The discovery of oil here gave it the nickname of the oil capital of Europe. Boasting two universities, The University of Aberdeen and the Robert Gordon University, Aberdeen is also an important educational centre in the UK. Perhaps this is one of the reasons why the city is rich in skilled labour, high levels of employment and an important industrial hub all of which create demand for new homes in Aberdeen.
Towns in Aberdeen
Aberdeen has several interesting districts that make it unique and culturally diverse
* Woodside, Aberdeen: Originally not part of Aberdeen, the area was incorporated in 1891.Features the Woodside School, The church, Stewart Park and the 64 March Stones placed all over Aberdeen.
* Old Aberdeen: Located to the north of Aberdeen cit center, this district was isolated for a long time before it began to flourish. Some famous landmarks in this district are the Old Aberdeen Campus of King’s College, the Old Town house, Cruickshank Botanic Gardens, The Powis Gates and the St. Machar’s Cathedral.
* Rosemount, Aberdeen: This area is located north west of the city center and is largely dominated by the Victorian architecture that represents its history. The beautiful granite houses are a treat for the eyes.
* Broomhill, Aberdeen: A posh residential area located west of the Aberdeen city center.
* Berryden, Aberdeen: Located quite close to the Aberdeen city center, this district is home to some of the largest retail outlets and is a major shopping hub for both locals and tourists alike. Some of the main retailers that are based here are Sainsbury’s, Toys R Us, Next, JJB Sports and PoundLand.
* Castlegate, Aberdeen: a landmark more than a district, the Castlegate is located near Union Street and takes its place where the Mercat Cross and the Gallowgate unite.
* Cornhill, Aberdeen: Located in Aberdeen, this area’s main feature is the Cornhill Primary, which is one of the largest schools in the district. Other major places include the Royal Cornhill Hospital and the Cornhill Court towers.
* George Street, Aberdeen: One of the major shopping streets in Aberdeen, George Street also houses several restaurants and bars, in addition to its clothing stores.
* Bucksburn, Aberdeen: Originally a market village with a stream running through its heart, this district has now become part of the main city. Features a world renowned pipe band that has been performing and winning major awards since 1948.
Aberdeen has a wealth of cultural history, visual and fine arts theatres and several museums. The nightlife is buzzing and there are really good universities and libraries for those seeking education.
According to Vernon Pethard of www.newhomesforsale.co.uk “New homes in Aberdeen combine contemporary vibrant city living, with easy access to some of Scotland's most stunning countryside.” It is a truly great place to live in and new homes in Aberdeen provide an opportunity to take advantage of all the city has to offer.
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Aberdeen is more than just any other city in Scotland. It is known for numerous achievements and nicknames in both Scotland and the United Kingdom. First off, when it comes to population, it is the third most populous city in Scotland and the 25th most populous in the United Kingdom. In the olden days, the fishing, paper-making, shipbuilding and textile industries of Aberdeen were known all over. Now the city is famous for its oil industry, which is why it is nicknamed the Oil Capital of Europe or the Energy Capital of Europe.
Other nicknames Aberdeen had over the years include the Granite City, the Grey City and the Silver City with the Golden Sands. According to Vernon Pethard, Managing Director of www.newhomesforsale.co.uk, the city got these nicknames because its buildings between the mid 18th to mid 20th century were made from locally quarried gray granite that sparkled like silver because of its mica deposits.
Things to See and Do in Aberdeen
The Kirk of St. Nicholas: In the Middle Ages, the Kirk of St. Nicholas used to be the only burgh kirk and one of Scotland’s largest parish churches. It is a member of the Church of Scotland and the United Reformed Church, but in Aberdeen, it is the Mither Kirk, or the mother church. The building contains more medieval effigies than any other Scottish parish church.
Music Hall: The Music Hall is a concert hall in Aberdeen. Previously the city’s Assembly Rooms, the hall is located in the city centre. It was built in 1822 by Archibald Simpson but converted into a concert hall by 1859. The Royal Scottish National Orchestra, the Scottish Chamber Orchestra and different pop and rock concerts take place there.
The Aberdeen International Youth Festival: This annual festival Aberdeen hosts is one of Scotland’s major international cultural festivals. It attracts over 1000 talented young people from performing art companies and music groups worldwide. In addition to having different shows, the festival includes a Dance Summer School through which students aged 12-16 learn extensive dance and music theatre routines.
Frontage of Marischal College: Designed by famed architect Alexander Marshall Mackenzie, this extension to Marischal College on Broad Street is well known around the world for being the second greatest granite building after the Escorial in Madrid.
Johnston Gardens: This is a small public garden in Aberdeen. Many attribute the ten ‘Best City’ awards and twenty Scotland in Bloom awards to this landmark. The Johnston Gardens are filled with flowers and shrubs, which is why it is an excellent place to be for nature lovers and photography fans.
Provost Ross’ House: This Aberdeen landmark is the oldest house in the city after Provost Skene’s House. Located on Shiprow, Provost Ross’ House contains the Aberdeen Maritime Museum, which houses collections of shipbuilding tools, sailing ships, fishing displays, and North Sea oil industry displays.
Famous People from Aberdeen
There are many notable Aberdonians who have brought pride to their city. Some of them are James Gregory, Lord Byron, B.C. Forbes, Annie Lennox, Calvin Goldspink, Russell Anderson and Ian Campbell.
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