Cryptic crosswords for beginners: cities

Continuing our series for those tempted or daunted by the cryptic crossword: cities that solvers need to know aboutIn the example clues below, I explain the two parts of each: the definition of the answer, given in bold type, and the wordplay – the recipe for assembling its letters. In a genuine puzzle environment, of course, you also have the crossing letters, which will greatly alleviate your solving load if you have them. The explanations contain links to previous entries in this series