Leicester is one of the oldest English cities, having been founded by the Romans as ''Ratae Coritanorum'' in 50 CE. Presently, it is one of the most ethnically diverse cities in the United Kingdom.It is also Britains first environment city.Leicester has grown rapidly throughout the centuries and is now a cosmopolitan city with friendly people from all races, backgrounds and cultures creating a culturally diverse city. http://wikitravel.org/en/Leicester