Bradford - Has a wealth of museums and fantastic architecture and is a very multi cultural city. The best curry restaurants in Yorkshire can be found here along with the National Media Museum, the Industrial museum, a great cathedral and a city hall to rival any in Britain. The city also is the birth place of the Bronte sisters and composer Frederick Delius along with many other important historical figures.
Kingston upon Hull (Hull) - On the banks of the rivers Hull and Humber, Hull is the largest city in the east of Yorkshire. The city can boast of a rich history built upon fishing and shipbuilding, a bustling and attractive city centre, and a fascinating museum district.
Leeds - The largest city in Yorkshire, Leeds has a thriving cultural scene, fine historic architecture, and is famous for its myriad shops, restaurants, bars and clubs. Important as a provincial centre for West Yorkshire despite its proximity to Bradford. Recently named Visitor City of the year and UK's favourite city.
Sheffield - One of many cities said to be "built on seven hills", and with an industrial heritage as the centre of the steel industry which has projected its name throughout the World. The city has grown several pop and rock bands, for example Def Leppard and being the subject of many popular films. Despite bombing during the Second World War it retains much of its interesting Victorian and early 20th century architecture. The suburbs retain much of the 'village'character, the amalgamation of which formed the city boundaries as they stand today. Sheffield chairs the group of the eight largest core cities in England and its planning policy has allowed the city to modernise despite the economic downturn in England.
Wakefield - famous for its mystery plays and capital of the Rhubarb Triangle. Administrative centre for West Yorkshire and seat of the Yorkshire & Humber Regional Assembly.
York - (unofficial) county town of Yorkshire, rich in medieval heritage, with a beautiful historic centre and breathtaking Minster.
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