Bradford is a city in West Yorkshire, sitting on the fringe of the Pennines about ten miles west of Leeds. It grew rapidly in the 19th century as a centre of the wool and textile industry - often called the "wool capital" - leaving a legacy of Victorian mills and grand civic buildings; nearby Saltaire, the model village founded by Titus Salt, is a UNESCO World Heritage site. The city also has the unique cultural tag of being a UNESCO City of Film, reflecting a strong media and creative presence.
Today Bradford is a diverse, multicultural city with a large South Asian community, known for its curry houses, cultural festivals and community life. Institutions such as the National Science and Media Museum, the Alhambra theatre and the University of Bradford sit alongside ongoing regeneration projects as the local economy shifts from heavy manufacturing to services, education and creative industries, while passionate support for local football and rugby remains a notable part of social life.
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