We wanted to write an article that celebrated our lovely little town. To put into perspective how lucky we are to live where we do.

There is no place like Falmouth.

While possibly seen as a sleepy town on first glance, Falmouth has wonders around every corner that are waiting to be explored.

The word community is thrown around a lot here but every single person who lives or visits Falmouth can not deny that we really are a special close-knit group.

Countless charities help our citizens, strangers gather to watch street performers and you really can't walk down the street without saying hello at least a few times.

It's why the word "home" is such a good fit for those that are residents or visitors to Falmouth. It is why students often stay down for all of the summer and beyond their studies.

Our little community makes a home for everyone and that's why we're so special.

Town Clerk, Mark Williams, told Nub News:

"What I like about Falmouth currently is that it is such a vibrant place, if I am coming out of a night time I will come out in Falmouth and make use of the restaurants and be near the water.

"Because it is an urban environment on the water, you have the urban beaches and the urban views of the water which is great.

"What Falmouth does well is that it melts all those together, you can come and you can take in the views of the water, walk through the town centre.

"It has a vibrant scene, it has a charm, there is always something happening and people want to live in Falmouth for those reasons."

The inclusion of the student population brings Falmouth alive at night - with clubs and bars getting full on the infamous student nights and weekends.

The re-opened club Mangos is a dance crowd favourite, while award-winning pubs like The Boathouse and The Working Boat offer a more relaxed time with a view.

An abundance of independent eateries and cafes really bring a unique sense of character to Falmouth's high street. The community of businesses are extremely passionate about their town and actively work together to support one another.

The official website for Falmouth states that "Falmouth has been shaped and influenced by its strong connection to the sea."

Watching the watersports at Gyllyngvase or Swanpool beach, visiting our deep natural harbour or watching the sunset at Pendennis Point - we are true people of the water.

Our well-known harbour is the deepest in Western Europe. The Queen Elisabeth dock holds 128 million litres of water.

Falmouth thrives in the summer as an avid tourist destination.

From constant live music in pubs, streets and cafes, to nationally famous annual events like the Sea Shanty Festival - there is always something happening.

We asked our readers to describe Falmouth in just three words.

Isabel Brookes wrote:

"Historic, innovative and prosperous."

Standing on the grounds of Pendennis Castle, an artillery fort built by Henry VIII between 1540 and 1542, it is hard to disagree with the historic richness ingrained in our town.

Visiting one of the many eco-friendly shops in Falmouth high street, like un-rap, will show you the innovative and forward-thinking community we hold.

Meeting some of the students who are studying at our award-winning University or viewing their work at exhibitions around a range of different venues, will show you how prosperous our little town on the sea is.

The idyllic scenery surrounding our home is always something to marvel at too - with large dramatic cliff scenes and endless horizon - it can often feel like "paradise" as reader, Mel Weerdmeester commented.

As well as asking for your three words, we also asked you to describe how Falmouth had changed over the past 20 years.

Helen Griffiths began on a positive note, highlighting the:

"Improvements to the Sea Shanty and Falmouth week."

She went on to describe some of the negatives she feels Falmouth has suffered, beginning with "shop closures".

It is true that the high street has seen dramatic changes over the last 20 years, with the biggest change of recent being the loss of the beloved Marks and Spencers in the centre of town.

She continued: "Rising parking fees and not being able to find a spot to park your car near your home are definitely changes I don't welcome."

Parking in recent years has been a huge talking point for Falmouth residents, with many businesses feeling neglected by the Council due to the unattractiveness of the parking fees they install.

A recent decision to raise further parking fees across the board in Cornwall has definitely not been met with a positive response.

Despite these changes, however, Helen says she "Generally loves Falmouth, its people and community spirit."

A key factor when speaking to people in the town is that they care about their home and want to see the best for it.

We really are a special place.