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41 rooms Cambridge is a city of historic buildings and academic institutions, many of which are UNESCO World Heritage Sites. The University of Cambridge is the oldest university in the English speaking world and one of the most prestigious universities in the world.
The city is also known for its beautiful parks, including King’s College Chapel and its iconic architecture, as well as for its green spaces such as Parker’s Piece and Jesus Green.
There are 30 colleges in Cambridge, each with its own character and history. Most of the colleges are located within the city centre, but some are further afield. The oldest college is Peterhouse, founded in 1284 by students who were dissatisfied with what they perceived as their university's lack of interest in academic matters. The most famous college is Trinity: it's where Isaac Newton studied mathematics and Robert Hooke "discovered" gravity when an apple fell on his head while he was sitting under an apple tree!
Among the museums, you’ll find the Fitzwilliam Museum, which houses an art collection that spans 5,000 years. The museum has also been called “the most beautiful in Britain.” It contains paintings by Rembrandt van Rijn and Rubens, as well as sculptures by Donatello and Bernini.
The Sedgwick Museum of Earth Sciences is another top attraction. The museum is located in a Georgian terrace house and explores geology through fossils from around the world—including pterosaurs (flying reptiles), dinosaurs and marine creatures such as sea urchins and corals.
The Museum of Zoology contains specimens from all over the world, including snakes preserved in alcohol jars; stuffed birds; mounted animal heads on walls; skeletons dangling from ceilings or arranged on shelves with their names attached…if you want to see every kind of animal fossilized or dead then this is your place!
The Whipple Museum of History of Science contains items relating to astronomy (including Charles Darwin's telescope) along with instruments used during World War II when radar was developed here at Cambridge University
If you're not familiar with punting, it's basically a boat that holds people. You can hire one for a tour on the River Cam, or if you're feeling adventurous, you can go out alone and punt yourself!
You'll need to know how to get in and out of the punts, so here are some helpful tips:
Get in through the back end. If there is an opening there (and most of them will have at least one), just step inside and sit down. Some punts won't have an opening at all—they may require you to climb up onto their side first before sitting down in them—but most will have an opening at the back end by which it would be possible for someone who wanted to enter from that direction to do so; because many tourists prefer this entrance over any other method, many boats will also include a door along their sides into which people can step up before sitting down inside. Once inside, find somewhere comfortable where your feet won't drag along either side of their craft while they're trying to walk along its bottom section (you want enough room left over so that no part of your body touches anything else). Then go ahead and enjoy yourself!
The Botanic Garden is one of the most famous green spaces in the city. Located near Parker's Piece, it is part of a larger park that includes a cricket pitch and grassy area for picnics. The garden has over 10,000 plants from all over the world; there are even some rare plants here! This botanical garden has been open since 1846 and is open to the public every day except Christmas Day.
Other Green Spaces in Cambridge
There are many other green spaces around Cambridge that you can visit as well, including Grantchester Meadows and Jesus Green (pictured below). Both of these places have great views of other parts of Cambridge or even outside towns like Ely Cathedral!
You should know that the Students' Union is a democratic organization run by and for students. The Union carries out a number of roles and responsibilities including representing student interests, campaigning on key issues and providing services such as advice centers, support networks and entertainment events.
Another important part of the Cambridge drinking scene is its pubs. You can't visit Cambridge and not step foot in one or two (or three, or four...).
There are plenty of historic pubs in the city that have been around for centuries, but here's a list of some favorite spots for visitors to try out:
The Eagle - One of the oldest pubs in town, tucked away behind King's College on Trinity Street. Has a lovely garden out back where you can enjoy your pint while listening to live music from local performers on weekends. It also has a few rooms available for rent if you want to stay overnight!
The King's Arms - A cozy spot just across from St. John's College, with another outdoor area available for those who want to get some fresh air before heading home after a long day at work (or class). Perfect place for lunch during breaks between classes too! On Sundays they serve traditional British fare such as meat pies—a must-have if visiting during those days!
Light Of The World - Located right next door is this newer addition which has quickly become one of my favorites because they make amazing cocktails using local ingredients like Elderflower Liqueur made right here in town."
and all of them will give you a unique experience.
If you're into history and architecture, you can explore the colleges that make up the University of Cambridge. These buildings have stood for hundreds of years, and they're still used today by students as well as tourists. If you're more interested in nature and wildlife, there are plenty of green spaces around town where you can relax or even go for a walk. It's also worth checking out some local restaurants; whether it's a sandwich shop or fine dining restaurant, there will be something for everyone!
You will have a wonderful time in Cambridge, and hopefully this list has given you some ideas on how to spend your time here. It is certainly worth coming here, especially if you are interested in history or just want to explore what else there is on offer in the UK; I hope it will help you decide where to go next!
