People's Palace — Attraction in Scotland

I was visiting a friend in Glasgow and he mentioned, as he knew I liked history, to go to The People's Palace which is just a little walk from the main city center of Glasgow. As we got there you are greeted with a beautiful green park with a big obelisk right in the centre of the Park which is dedicated to the late Lord Nelson, victor of the Battle of Trafalgar. Erected only a year after the battle, the funds were raised by public subscription during the countrywide outpouring of grief which followed the death of the victorious admiral.

Walking towards the front of the Museum, you see a great big fountain which was first erected in Glasgow’s Kelvingrove Park for the 1888 International Exhibition. Then in 1890, the whole fountain was transported two and a half miles to a new location on Glasgow Green. It was then moved for a second time in 2004 to outside the front entrance of the People’s Palace. The fountain depicts the four colonies of the British Empire and then on top of the Fountain, Queen Victoria herself.

Going into the Museum itself was a rather interesting walk through time and history, the the left of you when you enter the building is a cafe for you to relax in whether you do that before or after is completely up to you. In certain rooms, there are Costumes for people to dress up in, all being Costumes worn by people from the early...

We visited because the nearby barras market turned out to be garbage. This was a short walk away and we were pleasantly surprised. There is a greenhouse at the back with a very mini botanical gardens if you're into that. The cafe is very poorly placed as you have to walk through the middle of it to reach the garden area. We didn't use the cafe do can't comment on the quality of that. The rest of the museum was great though. Free entry and there was a gentleman by the door who gave us a quick rundown of where everything was and a recommended order. Very nice guy. We argued amongst ourselves which way we should go and then decided to take the route he advised. There was a woman doing a tour guide for a few other guys which was rather annoying but did give us some extra info and save us reading some of the many texts. It's a museum for stuff from maybe the past 100 years. My favourite part was the prison and the view in the balcony out to the garden. Until that tour guide woman came along and stood in my personal space whilst talking to the guys she was with. Made me feel so uncomfortable and I had to cut my view short. Not really the museum's fault but this is the reason it's not getting its 5 star rating. Oh and the fountain...

The People's Palace in Glasgow is a must-visit attraction for anyone visiting the city. The museum offers an immersive experience into the history of Glasgow and its people, with a range of exhibits and displays that are both informative and engaging.

The exhibits are well-curated and presented, with a mix of interactive displays, artifacts, and multimedia presentations that bring the history of Glasgow to life. The displays cover a range of topics, including the city's industrial heritage, its social history, and its cultural significance.

One of the highlights of the museum is the recreated streetscape of Glasgow in the early 20th century, which provides a fascinating insight into daily life in the city at that time. The displays are beautifully designed and bring the period to life in a way that is both informative and entertaining.

Overall, the People's Palace is a fantastic museum that provides a window into the past of one of Scotland's most vibrant and fascinating cities. Whether you are a history buff or just looking for an interesting way to spend a few hours, the People's Palace is definitely...