š¬š§ Newcastle: The "Little Shanghai" of UK!
Known as Britain's "Little Shanghai" and the "City of š·", Newcastle packs big personality into a compact size! āļø Getting Here: Just 3 hours by train from London! Bonus: Newcastle has a metro system (rare for UK cities outside London!) š āļø Weather Check: Typical British marine climate: Summer: ~15°C š¤ļø Winter: ~5°C āļø Pro tip: Pack a rain jacket ā the famous British drizzle here is more theatrical than troublesome! š Must-Do Riverside Walk: Stroll along the River Tyne to discover: Iconic bridges like the winking Millennium Bridge š The grand Sage Gateshead music venue šµ Historic Tyne Bridge (mini Sydney Harbour Bridge!) BALTIC art center with rooftop views š Student Vibes: With Newcastle University's vibrant campus energy, this is the perfect mix of history + youthful buzz! #NewcastleUK #StudyAbroad #UKHiddenGems #RiverTyneViews #25FallApplications