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Oxford Sightseeing

Of course, Oxford is only the tip of the iceberg and you trip to England should not resume to it. London is quite close to Oxford and it blends the same ingredients of culture and history and even more. Browse London Travel Guide for more information. If you are still interested in the academic field, then Cambridge Travel Guide is the right reading material for you. read more

Oxford Travel Guide

Founded in the 9th century, Oxford is like a time capsule that carefully preserves little bits of England’s history. The city is a mingling of old and new, of medieval architecture and modern technology. Oxford is called ‘the city of dreaming spires’ precisely because of its wealth of gothic towers which have not yet been overshadowed by modern structures. Cathedrals, churches and obviously the various colleges... read more

Oxford Nightlife

For a unique atmosphere, go to Freud’s, a pub that occupies a former church building. Prices are a bit steep but the quaint mood of the place makes it worth spending a couple of extra quid on a drink. read more

Oxford History

The first historic documents of Oxford date as back to 912; therefore, one is not quite sure when this town was exactly set up. Some historians speculate that it was founded by the Neolithic population in this area or even by the Trojans. If there are not important events happening here during the Roman period, the town becomes quite important during the Saxon one. Legend has it that king Alfred the Great himself... read more