Hugging the shore of the gorgeous Lake Erie, Cleveland mixes a remarkable cultural scene with bustling industry. A city defined by its districts, neighborhoods like the Flats provide the backbone of local nightlife while University Circle acts as the city's hub of education, cultural appreciation and medicine. Cleveland's downtown Playhouse Square Center is the nation's second largest performing arts center, consisting of numerous early 20th century theater houses that host esteemed companies like the Cleveland Orchestra and the Ohio Ballet. Redefining itself through massive urban renewal plans and stunning development of its public parks, Cleveland has become a fascinating cultural center, filled with stunning sights and captivating attractions.