摘要
Surrounded by several motorways, separated by canals and with many modem shopping centres, Birmingham seems like a huge maze （迷宫）. （1） Best to.set your bearings on the great Council House 19th-century buildings which is located in the heart of town. This area consists of Victoria and Chamberlain Squares, which are the most attractive architecture in the city. To the west are Centenary Square, the International Convention Centre and Symphony Hall, as well as the popular bars and cafes. To the northwest is the colourful Jewellery Quarter. In the southeast of the area are the Pallasades and Pavilions shopping centres and the City Plaza.
