In contrast to older traditional buildings is the Sage, Gateshead, across the river from
Newcastle. It is a music and arts centre which opened in 2004.

As with many other cities in Britain, there has been a long and varied history of migration.
Here is Newcastle's Chinatown, near Newcastle Central Station. Although the buildings
are far from modern, this street's development as a Chinatown hub is quite recent:


A Chinese style gate, constructed in 2004, contrasts with the Tyneside Irish Centre.
Behind is St. James' Park, Newcastle's United F.C.'s ground.


On to Edinburgh