These reasons prove just that and just why. Leeds has always been a city providing a friendly welcome with a smile on its face. From green spaces to famous faces it is a city which is constantly changing shifting and adapting in a world of change. Add the city’s rich history and heritage into the mix and you have a recipe for success. READ MORE: 21 famous faces who went to school in Leeds LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on Facebook YEP RETRO NEWSLETTER: Sign up for our free monthly email digest of Leeds nostalgia
13. Food glorious food
Leeds boasts a menu of eating options to suit all tastes and budgets. The Man Behind The Curtain remains the city's only Michelin starred restaurant. | Jonathan Gawthorpe Photo: Jonathan Gawthorpe
14. Cheers!
A warm welcome awaits at pubs and bars around the city, some of which have been serving generations of drinkers for centuries. | James Hardisty Photo: James Hardisty
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