Sydney Named World's Best Event City

Sydney has been named the World's Best Festival and Event City.

The title has been awarded at the 55th International Festivals and Events Association Convention, taking place in the United States.

It is the first time the award has been given.

Sydney has come first of all the cities in the world with more than one million people.

The New South Wales Major Events Minister, Kevin Greene says the international recognition is very significant.

"This is a magnificent achievement," he said.

"Pitted against every city in the world, Sydney has come out as number one. It's a great pleasure to be able to announce this magnificent success."