Leeds

Description

Located in the county of West Yorkshire, Leeds is a great place to visit. Known for its educational centers, shopping and sports, Leeds attracts a number of travellers from all around the world. The city initially started as a market town and later went on to become a popular industrial center and later one of the favorite cities in UK. For Muslim visitors there are several halal facilities in Leeds that they can benefit from. Leeds is rated among the most cosmopolitan cities in UK and is also among the fastest growing cities.

The city features beautiful Victorian buildings, canalside walks, arcades and shopping centers. The city sees the River Aire and the Leeds to Liverpool Canal running through it. The city is home to numerous attractions such as the City Square, the Waterfront, Millennium Square, Victoria Quarter and the much visited Mandela Gardens'. 

For those visiting with family, the Leeds Tropical World is a must visit because of its wonderful collection of tropical plants. The Lightwater Valley Country Theme Park is located within easy reach of Leeds and has some very exciting rides. The Royal Armouries is one of the most popular landmarks in the city and features a huge assortment of military artifacts. The city is also home to numerous museums such as the Leeds City Museum, Thackray Medical Museum,Abbey House Museum, Thwaite Mills Museum, Armley Mills Industrial Museum, etc.

Leeds is a great destination for shopping. The Victoria Quarter features an array of shops. The Thornton's Arcade and Queen's Arcade in the city center are also good places for shopping. The Corn Exchange, Kirkgate Market, Granary Wharf and the districts of Headingley, Chapel Allerton, and Roundhay also offer a great shopping experience.

Nearby Airports

Leeds is served by the Leeds-Bradford International Airport. The airport is situated about 10 miles away from the city center. The airport is served by a regular bus service that runs till the city center. Visitors can also hire cabs and car rentals from the airport.

Halal Restaurants

Halal food in Leeds is easily available. There are plenty of halal restaurants in Leeds where visitors can dine. The best halal restaurants in Leeds include BibisItalianissimo, Mumtaz, Miah's Kitchen, Akbar's of Bradford, Spice Quarter, Akbar's, Shalimar, ZamZam, etc.

Mosques

There are a number of mosques in Leeds. Some of the best masjid in Leeds include Leeds Grand Mosque, Leeds Makkah Masjid, Iqra Center, Leeds Islamic Center, AhlulBayt Cultural Centre, Jamia Masjid Ghousia, etc.

Things to Do and See in Leeds

• Millennium Square
• Leeds City Museum
• Town Hall
• Victoria Quarter
• Park Square
• The Royal Armouries Museum
• Moorish Palace
• Tropical World
• Kirkstall Abbey
• Bramham Park
• Leeds City Art Gallery
• Abbey House Museum
• Thwaite Mills Museum
• Thackray Medical Museum
• Armley Mills Industrial Museum
• Lightwater Valley Country Theme Park