Royal Exchange‚: the dome. The 1996 IRA bomb exploded less than 50 meters
away from the building. Although the main structure was undamaged the explosion
moved the dome, leading to closure for two years while repairs were carried out. (7)
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Home away from home
Photo essay: Phase one of the expedition in appreciation of Manchetser

Shahireh S
December 1, 2006
iranian.com

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On 15 June 1996 an IRA bomb destroyed parts of the shopping area in central Manchester. A few years later the city centre was reopened with some of the old architecture being replaced by new structures. As a result Manchester city centre is now a place where buildings centuries apart are standing shoulder to shoulder. Despite my original assumption, old and new are brought together in a contrasting yet compatible manner. Don't just take my word for it; see the beauty of this striking combination for yourselves. Let me know what you think.