Once at the heart of the 19th century Industrial Revolution and at the heart of heavy industry such as ship-building, steel-making and coal-mining, Newcastle has now jumped into the 21st century. Now it is very much a city of technical innovation, leisure and culture. There is much to do and see whether it be a visit to historical landmarks, the nearby beautiful countryside of Northumberland, musical events or the hallowed ground of St. James's Park - the home of Newcastle United! The Quayside area has been totally regenerated along both the Newcastle and Gateshead sides of the famous River Tyne. The area is a lively mixture of pubs, restaurants, hotels. The newly opened Sage and the Baltic centre for contemporary art provide opportunities for more cultural pastimes. The new and the old seem to sit comfortably side by side with the Tyne Bridge and the Gateshead Millenium bridges providing an oddly picturesque backdrop. The Angel of the North stands proudly watching over the land of the [edit text][editors]
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