In United Kingdom, Bristol is known as the center for education, culture and employment. Its successes and progresses were associated mainly with the sea since it turned out as a commercial port. Not only that, Bristol starting from the ‘70s has been the center for bands that combined dub, funk, and punk. The most notable band that emerged here is the Pop Group and Bristol Sound.

In addition, Bristol is known for the popularity of film and music industries that it even became a finalist of European Capital of Culture in 2008. In terms of its architecture, Bristol boasts 51 Grade I listed buildings that is made out of wide variety of architectural styles that ranges from the medieval to the 21st century.