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When you choose to go and book yourself a trip to Coventry you will be amazed at the how very metropolitan this city is. In fact, because of the number of different cultures that now live in this city Coventry vacations are becoming popular.

Certainly, when it comes to eating in Coventry along with the more traditional kinds of English food you would expect in a town like this. There are plenty of restaurants around that serve Indian, Chinese and Mexican cuisine as well.

Along with great food, there are plenty of things to do and see during a visit to this town and the best time to visit is in the summer. At this time of year, the weather is likely to be at its best and there are plenty of events and festivals taking place at this time. Along with the Jazz and Godiva Festivals that take, place each year there is plenty, more things that one can do and see.

One attraction, which is very popular with anyone visiting Coventry, is its Cathedral. In here, you will find the beautiful bronze statute depicting St Michael and the Devil. Also inside the cathedral is a very beautiful ornamental tapestry that is known as Christ in Majesty. So you may need to spend several hours wandering around this impressive building to really take in everything that it has to offer.

Whilst at the Cathedral take a visit to the Priory Visitor Centre, which is located on the site where Coventry's Medieval Priory and Cathedral use to stand. In here, you will learn everything about this city's history dating back to the time of Lady Godiva through to the time of the dissolution of the church by King Henry VIII.

As well as the Cathedral for those who are interested in learning more about British motoring history then a visit to the Transport Museum is a must. It is important to remember that for a long time now Coventry has been associated with the production of motor vehicles. It his here that both the Jaguar Motor Company and Peugeot Motor Company still build cars in factories located on the outskirts of the city.

Another place, which may well, is of interest to you when visiting Coventry is "The Herbert". This is an art gallery and museum that is to be found located right in Coventry's cultural area. It has been undergoing some redevelopment works but Coventry City Council hope to have them complete by the early part of this year.

As well as the art gallery and museum at The Herbert, you will find their creative media studios and an arts information and history centre. Here you will be able to spend time exploring the city's cultural heritage and learn more about just how creative its people are.

Above we have offered you some details of places to visit of interest when you book any Coventry vacations. But do not just limit yourself to what this city has to offer but spend time exploring the surrounding areas as well.