Visiting the University City of Oxford, UK.

A serene, affluent and sophisticated city enjoying a prime location on the edge of the Cotswolds, Oxford is one of the most quintessentially English and unique of all England`s urban centres. Its streets are a blend of ancient and modern where great seats of learning sit comfortably amongst bustling shopping centres, museums,theatres and cinemas.

Oxford`s world-famous University has been feeding enquiring minds for centuries, the original college having been founded here in 1167. Whilst these early years saw tensions between the resident students and the city folk, the prosperity and prestige brought by the academic heritage was eventually accepted and embraced.

Oxford also grew up as a market town and an important religious centre, enjoying close links with London which were further strengthened by the arrival of railway links in 1844. The city grew rapidly during the 20th century around its printing and publishing industries and then even further with the founding of the Morris Motor company in Cowley, which became a major employer for the area.

Visitors come to Oxford today to marvel at its great symbols of academic aspiration,including Christ Church and Trinity Colleges and the Bodleian Library, one of the oldest in Europe. Each of Oxford`s academic buildings enjoys its own unique history and walking tours of the city are a great way to learn while gaining access to the selected colleges that are open to the public. The city is criss-crossed by waterways and punting on the Thames or the Cherwell is a traditional activity to be enjoyed here as well as gentle river cruises which take in all the main landmarks.
Oxford also houses the oldest botanical gardens in Britain, specialising in
medicinal plants under the direction of the University`s Faculty of Medicine. Those looking for culture can head to Oxford`s many museums which include the refurbished Ashmolean museum and the Science and Modern Art museums. If you`re looking for an ideal vantage point for photos, climb the 99 steps to the top of to the top of Carfax tower for the best
views over the city rooftops.

Oxford welcomes a diverse mix of international students and enjoys a distinct cosmopolitan flavour which is reflected in its popular culture and nightlife.

Headington and Cowley Road are popular areas with a wide choice of bars,
restaurants, brasseries and fast food outlets, with everything from Lebanese to Mongolian cuisine on the menu. To round off a fabulous evening after dining at your favourite choice of restaurant, why not head to the city`s landmark Sheldonian theatre for a classical music concert, or carols at Christmas.

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