In 1988 Glasgow's Garden Festival was a spectacular success. 1990 saw the city adorned as the European City of Culture and in 1999 Glasgow hosted the Festival of Architecture and Design . Today the city beckons tourists from all over the world. Glasgow's art treasures are world renowned and most of the city's museums and art galleries offer free entrance to view their treasures. The city boasts a fine Concert Hall, International Conference Centre, Science Centre, Sports Arena and shops rivalling the best in the land. All this combined with Glasgow's unique friendliness and hospitality makes the city a favourite destination for visitors from all nations.