The city we call home can receive quite a bashing from those who don't live here - a few locals aren't too fond either.
But, there are many reasons as to why we just can't seem to part with Coventry.
Even those who moved away will probably have a sense of protection about the area if someone talks about it negatively.
Whether it be the cathedral, the rich history or the huge Primark, we've put together a list of a few reasons as to why we love this city.
Let us know in the comments what you love about Coventry.
1. The Transport Museum
Coventry is known for being the birthplace of British motor industry.
Coventry Transport Museum houses the largest publicly owned collection of British vehicles on the planet and tells the story of a city which changed the world through transport.
2. Coventry Cathedral
Coventry has had three cathedrals and is famous for the attack it suffered during Coventry Blitz in 1940.
The cathedral burned to the ground and all that remains, can still be visited today, next to the new cathedral.
Their website says: "The decision to rebuild the cathedral was taken the morning after its destruction. Rebuilding would not be an act of defiance, but rather a sign of faith, trust and hope for the future of the world."
It has thousands of visitors every year.
3. Coventry City Football Club
Our football club are loved and supported by nearly everyone in Coventry.
They offer a sense of community and pride -especially since Mark Robbins became manager and got the team to the Championship.
Even our buses our sky blue!
Everyone misses Highfield Road though.
4. Primark
Not something you would class as a reason to love a city, but, how often do you just 'nip' into Primark?
If we didn't have one (and quite a large one compared to other cities) you would definitely miss it.
5. Coventry Market
Coventry Market has been a part of our city centre since 1958.
You can find everything in here from materials to food to beauty treatments.
If you're ever struggling to find something in a supermarket, you can rely on the market.
6. In the top 10 cities rated for cultural attractions
Coventry recently came in at number 10 for it's top-rated cultural attractions for 2022.
Our city was rated 4.51/5 stars as the city celebrates being City of Culture 2021.
You can read more here.
7. The centre of England
For more than 500 years Meriden, has marked the centre of England (the sign sits in the Bull's Head garden) which means living in Coventry makes travelling very easy.
We have great transport links to the whole of England and can get to London by train in under two hours.
Plus, if we ever get bored we can go to Birmingham for the day or night.
8. Lady Godiva
Will we ever get bored of hearing the story?
Or get over the excitement when you see Peeping Tom and Lady Godiva come out of the clock in Broadgate?
Everyone loves hearing THAT line in Queen's song too.
The Lady Godiva statue finished being built in 1949 and became a listed monument in 1998.
9. Two Tone Music
Coventry is the birth place of Two Tone music.
Two Tone music is credited with spreading a message of racial unity.
The Specials were formed in Coventry in 1977 before becoming one of the most popular groups in Britain during the 70s.
10. Art and culture
As much as people joke Coventry has nothing, we actually have the largest arts centres outside of London.
Warwick Arts Centre has played host to hundreds of comedians and acts over the years including Romesh Ranganathan.
We also have the Belgrade Theatre, which puts on plays, concerts and pantomimes all year, and the Herbert Art Gallery.
11. All the events to come this year
The past year ended with Coventry Building Society (CBS) Arena hosting the MOBO's and Ed Sheeran performing at Empire. The city has more to come in 2022.
- The Commonwealth Games - The Commonwealth Convention Centre is set to open its doors in early 2022 at Coventry Building Society Arena as they gear up to host Rugby Sevens, judo and wrestling at the Commonwealth Games.
- A possible gigafactory - this could see Coventry and Warwickshire ultimately lead the world in electric vehicle technology.
- The Killers - the band will be performing at the CBS Arena on May 28, 2022 after having to reschedule their tour in 2020 and 2021.
- Radio 1's Big Weekend - The War Memorial Park will host the Big Weekend on May 27-28 this year. Acts are yet to be announced. Tickets go on sale on February 12.
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