If you are travelling to this area on business, then a serviced apartmentin Glasgow would prove practicable whilst being a stone's throw awayfrom the culture and nightlife of the merchant city or bohemian WestEnd - a district of cafés, gardens, upmarket clubs and restaurants for the more bourgeois of visitors.

Glasgow as the largest city in Scotland and the third most populous in the UK, is a vibrant and cosmopolitan city situated on the River Clyde. Known as the 'Second City of the British Empire', during the Victorian and Edwardian periods, it is a city with a heavily industrial history that is now rejuvenating itself as one of Europe's top financial and cultural centres.

Despite its rich industrial heritage, in the 20th Century Glasgow suffered from a rapid decline, leading to unemployment, deindustrialisation and welfare dependency. However, in the 1980's, Glasgow's economic fortunes were bolstered by art exhibitions and later in 1990, Glasgow was awarded the prestigious European City of Culture title.

Now, having reinvented itself as a city of finance and culture, Glasgow is an excellent place for a weekend away or for a business trip into Scotland's economic hub. Short term serviced apartments in Glasgow are available for such breaks, providing a more convenient and hassle free alternative to the hotel room. Privacy is paramount, as you can come and go as you please in 'pied a terre' style serviced apartments. Glasgow has a variety of districts, to suit all requirements so finding a place to stay is an easy task.

The retail and theatre district is an ideal location for an extended break in a luxury serviced apartment in Glasgow. The district contains a European style grid system of streets, interspersed with boutiques and high street stores - making it an ideal place for the disconcerting shopper. The district is also home to the cultural heart of the city, with a smorgasbord of theatres, restaurants, art schools and the Glasgow Caledonian University.

The merchant city to the east, is the commercial and residential district of the city. Formally the residential district for wealthy merchants - as its name suggests - it contains the Tolbooth Clock Tower, luxury city centre apartments and chic warehouse conversions. As such, it is an ideal place to stay for those who enjoy industrial heritage combined with post-modern architecture.

The financial district is the main driver for Glasgow's economy, containing modern office blocks with firms such as BNP Paribas, Morgan Stanley, Clydesdale Bank, Lloyds TSB and The Student Loans Company.