1– Magna Carta by Bristol's King John:
Originally issued in Latin in the year 1215.
This charter required Bristol's King John to proclaim certain liberties and accept that his will was not arbitrary.
2– Edward Teach:
Better known as Blackbeard, was a notorious English pirate.
Little is known about his early life. It is commonly believed that he was born in about 1680.
His name is from his thick black beard and scary appearance.
3– The Hippodrome:
Celebrates its 100th anniversary this December.
Its magnificent gold and red interior.
4– Bristol Blue Glass:
During the late 18th century Richard Champion merchant making porcelain was working with a chemist. Together they began a search to give the blue glaze decoration on the white porcelain.
Lazurus and Jacobs were the most famous makers in 1780.
5– Arnolfini:
It's an art centre and gallery. It has a program of exhibitions, live art, music, poetry …
It's named after the Arnolfini Portrait - one of the earliest paintings to assert the presence of the artist in the picture.
6– Painted Gorillas:
Launched in the city in 2011 to mark Bristol Zoo's 175th birthday.
The latest pair, Jackgorilla and Juborilla are currently standing guard by Clifton Bridge (see #9 below).
7– Pieminister:
Is one of Bristol's great culinary success. The business was launched in 2003 and built up its customer loyalty.
It's the only leading pie brand in the UK to only use free range British chicken.
There's a large range of pies, more than ten.
You can eat pies at the shop, markets and PM's pubs.
8– Sailing Ship:
The Matthew was a caravel sailed by John Cabot in 1497 from Bristol to North America. It was small ship carrying about 18 people.
To celebrate the 500th anniversary of Cabot's voyage, a replica of the Matthew was built.
9– Suspension Bridge:
Is the symbol of Bristol and the original idea originated in 1753.
Two men were killed during the bridge's construction and since opening it gained a reputation as suicide bridge. In the original design were included two giant sphinx.
10– Wills Tobacco:
Is the oldest Tobacco Factory but now is a model of urban regeneration.
It's now a multi-use building: restaurant, animation, performing art school, loft-style apartments, bar, etc.
Text: Ciara
Visuals: Shoug
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