Glasgow

How Do Glaswegians Say Glasgow?

Glaz-go. Promoted Stories. Of course Glaswegians, and the majority of Scots we would like to think, pronounce it as ‘Glaz-go‘, just as ABBA did in the famous line off their Super Trouper (to rhyme with ‘last show’). Why are Glasgow residents called Glaswegians? From Glasgow, modelled after Galwegian (“inhabitant of Galway”), itself modelled after Norwegian …

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Why Is Glasgow So Famous?

The city is famous for its contributions to architectural styles, with the Glasgow School of Art being the most notable example. The wealth of the city’s merchants in the 18th century saw a shift towards neoclassical architecture with simple lines and grand imposing stately buildings. What is so special about Glasgow? Glasgow has it covered …

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