Unlike Edinburgh, Glasgow is the industrial centre of Scotland.  Here you will see the latest trends and the movers and shakers of Scotland.  This is a great place to use as a jumping off point for adventures up into the highlands and lake district of Scotland.  Crime is a little higher here so keep an eye out.  For the most part, though, the people here are always willing to be helpful when you need it.  I suggest visiting Glasgow during the World Pipe Band Championships at the Glasgow Green, but that's just my personal taste.  As a side note, there are fish and chip shops here that will let you bring in whatever food you want and for a fee they'll deep fry it for you.  What an idea!