Liverpool is the host port for the start of The Tall Ships' Races 2008. It will be one of the major highlights for Liverpool's year as European Capital of Culture. From the moment the ships berth in Liverpool they will experience a welcome and celebration like no other in the world. There will be a dazzling array of vessels ranging from 30 foot yachts to square rigged ships over 300 feet long gathered at Liverpool's historic dock's.