The Archbishop of Canterbury, The Most Reverend Justin Welby, has arrived in the city as part of a three-day visit.
He was officially welcomed by city mayor, Sir Peter Soulsby, at the Guildhall, in front of a host of dignitaries.
Mr Soulsby recalled the Archbishop’s last visit to Leicester for the reinterment of King Richard III.
He said: “I remember there were some nerves on that occasion, but it was an amazing day and it’s wonderful to have you back here.”