Glasgow is the most populous city in Scotland, situated on the banks of the River Clyde in west central Scotland. It ranks as the third-most populous city in the United Kingdom and the 27th-most populous city in Europe. The city is divided into 23 wards representing the areas within its boundaries.
The city is a leading center for university education, research, finance, industry, commerce, shopping, culture, fashion, and history. During much of the Victorian and Edwardian eras, Glasgow was frequently referred to as the "second city of the British Empire."