Hull has a vibrant tradition of arts and
culture with several museums of national importance. The city has a strong
theatrical tradition with some famous actors and writers having been born and
lived in Hull. The city's arts and heritage have played an important role in
attracting visitors and encouraging tourism in recent efforts at regeneration.
Hull has a diverse range of architecture and this is complemented by parks and
squares and a number of statues and modern sculptures. The city has proved
inspired many authors including Val Wood who has set many of her best-selling
novels in the city
