INTER FAITH WEEK, DAY 3: CELEBRATING DIVERSITY OF RELIGIONS

From today's Leicester Mercury:

Celebrating diversity of religions

A week-long series of events celebrating the diversity of religious faiths is under way.

Inter Faith Week 2011 runs until Saturday. Staged by the city's council of faiths, which is celebrating its 25th anniversary, it features exhibitions, talks and films.

Manjula Sood, chairman of the council, said: "Leicester has a diverse range of faiths and this is a wonderful opportunity for people to find out more about this fascinating subject.

"Learning more about the beliefs of others is a key part of increasing understanding between people of all faiths, which in turn benefits relationships in communities across the city."

An exhibition is taking place throughout the week at Highcross shopping centre. There is a film festival at Phoenix Square.Leicester People's Photographic Gallery, in Belvoir Street, is featuring an exhibition of images showcasing holy places and sacred sites.

For more information on events, call 0116 254 6868.