Govanhill is one of the great neighbourhoods of Glasgow, often overlooked, the Southside area has so much to offer that you just can't find anywhere else in Glasgow.
Without a doubt it's the most diverse place in the city and possibly in Scotland - with at least 88 languages represented by 18,000 people living within one square mile of each other. What this means for those living there? Access to multi-cultural food, events, and communities - a real melting pot.
Around Victoria Road alone you can find the Glasgow office of Al Khair Foundation, an international Muslim NGO, the South East Integration Network, Glasgow Playscheme Association, South Seeds, the community newsroom of both local magazine Greater Govanhill and national investigative outlet The Ferret and the Sarwar Foundation, headed by the leader of Scottish Labour, Anas Sarwar.
Whether you’re a lifelong resident of Govanhill or a newcomer eager to immerse yourself in the local culture, these 20 experiences will put you on the right path to experiencing the very best of Govanhill.
13. Get involved with your community at Govanhill Baths
One of the best organisations looking out for the folks of Govanhill is the Govanhill Baths - who first started out saving the eponymous community building, before going on to support the wider community in everyway they could. From workshops to community pantries and everything in between - if you don't have time to volunteer, you can always support the group (and by extension the Govanhill community) financially witha donation as small as £1 a month. | Contributed
14. Pick up a zine at the Glasgow Zine Library
A zine, if you're not aware of the concept, is a mini independent magazine which is often self-published. They're incredibly local and tell a hyperlocal, hyper-specific story describing a sub-culture, an issue, or just about anything else. They're undeniably very cool, and well worth checking out. Once a year the library hosts the Glasgow Zine Festival, as well as reading groups on a weekly basis. | Contributed
15. Reconnect with nature at The Hidden Gardens
Tucked away just behind the Tramway Theatre (which is worth a visit in its own right) you can find the hidden gardens - with plenty of plant life, fauna, and more to enjoy away from the hustle and bustle of Govanhill. | Contributed