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University of Cambridge
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University of Cambridge

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The University of Cambridge has 31 colleges, almost blending into the city of Cambridge. Newton, Darwin, and Hawking once studied here, with over a hundred Nobel laureates associated with the university. Xu Zhimo attended a study tour at King's College in his early years, and his poem "Saying goodbye to Cambridge again" made the city memorable for many Chinese readers. In his later years, Jin Yong also returned here to pursue his doctoral degree. The colleges were built in different periods, each with its own architectural style, but most retain their medieval charm. The porches and walls of the school buildings are still adorned with simple yet solemn statues and seals, making the visit truly delightful. Some of the colleges popular among travelers includeKing's College, Trinity College, St. John's College, Queen's College, Peterhouse, Christ's College, Clare College, etc. Travelers can choose several colleges of interest to visit in sequence, but they need to check their opening hours in advance. To enjoy the scenery along both banks of the River Cam, punting is a classic activity. You can find boarding spots near Silver Street or Bridge Street. The small boats pass beneath bridges like the Mathematical Bridge at Queen's College with its wooden slats and the covered Bridge of Sighs at St John's College, gliding past the back gardens of King's College, Trinity College, and St John's College. The spires of King's College Chapel and the lawns reflect on the river, evoking the poetic imagery of "Saying Goodbye to Cambridge Again." By the riverside in King's College's back garden stands a stone tablet inscribed with Xu Zhimo's verses. You can either try punting yourself or board a boat guided by a punter who will share stories about the architecture and bridges along the way.Cambridge · 1.7km from downtown
Cambridge Punting
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Cambridge Punting

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Coming to the historic Cambridge, Cambridge punting is a classic way to explore the city from the water. For most travelers, visiting Cambridge is a rare experience, and it would be a pity not to personally try Cambridge punting, a classic local tour activity. During the cruise, guests can enjoy about three-quarters of the River Cam's scenery, experiencing a complete journey through history, culture, and nature. The cruise passes by seven colleges, the Mathematical Bridge, the Bridge of Sighs, and the iconic buildings of Cambridge University—King's CollegeThe church. The cruise usually accommodates 6 travelers per boat, but can be adjusted to a larger boat for a group size of 12 upon request. Each boat is staffed with an experienced local guide. The delightful scenery along the way, combined with the professional guide's narration, will make the travelers' Cambridge trip an unforgettable experience.Cambridge · 2.1km from downtown
Trinity College
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Trinity College

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Trinity College is located on Trinity Street in the center of Cambridge, United Kingdom, and is one of the larger colleges of the University of Cambridge. The complex consists of multiple courtyards, a chapel, a dining hall, a library, and teaching and living facilities. Classical stone buildings and green courtyards are intertwined, presenting the typical style of a British university college. The Great Court is a representative space, with historical buildings and a clock tower distributed around it. The college chapel is famous for its exquisite interior decoration and choral tradition. The Wren Library is an important building, housing precious manuscripts, early printed books, and historical documents. It is located near the River Cam, and the riverside green space at the back is suitable for enjoying the campus architecture and natural scenery. It is not only an academic institution for teaching and research but also a representative cultural and architectural attraction in Cambridge.Cambridge · 1.6km from downtown
Bridge of Sighs

Bridge of Sighs

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The Bridge of Sighs is located within St John's College in Cambridge, United Kingdom. It spans the River Cam and connects the college's Third Court with the New Court, making it one of the iconic architectural landmarks of Cambridge. Built in 1831, the bridge features Victorian Gothic Revival style, characterized by its stone structure, arched design, decorative stone carvings, and window openings with Gothic tracery. The bridge features an enclosed pedestrian walkway, distinguishing it from typical open-air bridges. Together with the River Cam, the college buildings, and the riverside green spaces, it forms a typical Cambridge campus view.Cambridge · 1.8km from downtown
Mathematical Bridge

Mathematical Bridge

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Entering Queen's College, you can see an ancient wooden bridge spanning the Cam River. This is the world-famous Mathematical Bridge. Historical records are that it was designed by William Etheridge II and built by James in 1749. Essex (JamesEssex) built. The Mathematical Bridge was rebuilt in 1866 and 1905, but the original design has not changed. But in another version, Newton designed the bridge and did not use a single nail to fix it, which amazed the students in Cambridge. They dismantled the bridge overnight to find out what happened. The bridge could never be restored, and had no choice but to re-fix it with nails. Standing at the head of the bridge, the clear and mirror-like water of the Cam River is rippling with the colorful and magical patterns of the Mathematical Bridge. The seemingly irregular and inadvertent geometric figures such as triangles, rectangles, and diamonds are all designed and constructed after careful calculation. It is called Cambridge. A symbol of academic spirit.Cambridge · 1.4km from downtown
The Corpus Clock

The Corpus Clock

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The Eucharist Clock is a large sculptural clock conceived and funded by John C. Taylor. The Eucharistic Clock was listed as an outstanding invention of 2008 by Time magazine and appeared in the Indian film "Father". The face of the Eucharistic Clock is a 24-karat gold-plated stainless steel disc approximately 1.5 meters (4.9 feet) in diameter. It has no hands and numerals, but displays the time via blue LEDs. The main visual feature of the clock is a metal sculpture of an insect resembling a grasshopper or locust, and time seems to be constantly being devoured by this monster. The inscription below the clock is in Latin 1 John 2:17: mundustransitetconcupiscentiaeius. As a work of public art, it reminds viewers in a dramatic way that time must pass.Cambridge · 1.3km from downtown
River Cam
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River Cam

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The beautiful Cam River is a symbol of Cambridge. For a long time in the past, the Cam River was called RiverGranta and RiverCam by locals, which actually referred to the same river. The former refers specifically to Cambridge City to Grantchester. One section is the upper reaches of the river. This section of the river is tortuous and the scenery on the banks is natural and simple; the latter is the lower reaches of the river, with a wider river surface and gentle water flow. The banks are full of gorgeous buildings on the campus of Cambridge University, namely The College Backs. , so when the local charter boat is rafting, the owner will ask "GrantaorColleges?". When you come to Cambridge, you must take a penny tour and float on the Jian River to enjoy the scenery on both sides of the river.Cambridge · 2.4km from downtown
Great St Mary's
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Great St Mary's

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The Great St. Mary's Church was founded in 1478. The design has a strong late vertical Gothic style. The towering church bell tower, the interior high arcade, and the use of large vertical lines of glass are quite shocking at first sight. The church has been the bishop's church of the city of Cambridge since its founding, and is also the seat of the University of Cambridge, where debates, conferring titles and other activities of the university were held until 1730. The famous Westminster chimes also originate here, and every 15 minutes, the same chimes sound in Cambridge and London.Cambridge · 1.4km from downtown
Trinity Ln

Trinity Ln

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Trinity Lane is a historic street located in the heart of Cambridge, leading to Trinity Street. Trinity College is located to the north of Trinity Lane, and Gonville and Caius College of Cambridge University is to the south. The opening scene of the movie "The Theory of Everything" about Hawking, in which Hawking and his friends are riding bicycles through the streets of Cambridge, is said to have been filmed here.Cambridge · 1.6km from downtown
Anglesey Abbey

Anglesey Abbey

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Anglesey Abbey is a Jacobean-style building built between 1926 and 1966 and contains luxurious furnishings, fine books and works of art, and a collection of French and English clocks. Outside, there is a 46-hectare garden that displays vibrant colors throughout the year. The 18th-century Lode Mill near the abbey was restored in 1982 and operates on the first and third Saturdays of every month. Other facilities at the abbey include a souvenir shop, a plant sales shop and a restaurant serving traditional Cambridge cuisine.Cambridge · 9km from downtown

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好孩子的麻麻(莉莉)24 September 2025
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The University of Cambridge (Cambridge) is a leading research university based in Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, England, using a traditional collegiate system. It is a member of the Russell Group, the Global University Presidents Forum, the Global Alliance of Universities, the International Applied Science and Technology Development Network, and the Cambridge University Health Partnership. It has fostered the "Silicon Fen" technology hub and is known as a "Golden Triangle University" and a "G5 University." The University of Cambridge is the second-oldest university in the English-speaking world and the fourth-oldest surviving university in the world. Founded as a scholarly society in 1209, it boasts eight museums, a library system with over 15 million volumes, and the world's oldest publishing house, Cambridge University Press.

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开朗的喵先森3 October 2026
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We arrived at the Bridge of Sighs unexpectedly 🤺 We arrived at the Mathematical Bridge unexpectedly 🫆 (return trip) Because I was traveling alone, I was grouped with 5 other people (seats reversed) The weather was great, and the gondolier provided commentary in English the whole time. He even recited the poem "Saying Goodbye to Cambridge Again" unexpectedly 🤣 Qianmo Transportation 14:00-14:45 Everyone's rowing skills were top-notch! Hopefully next time I can get a better view.

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withjennifer6 April 2021
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There is a statue of Henry VIII at the entrance of Trinity College. There is an apple tree on the green lawn at the entrance of the college, which is the source of Newton's law of "universal gravitation". When you enter the Great Court of the college, the magnificent architecture brings a sense of awe. In the lobby of the church are jade statues of famous graduates from Trinity College, including Newton, Bacon, Tennyson and others.

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BetTerDAY25 June 2020
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Cambridge is so beautiful. I really want to stay here forever. Even if I can't study, it would be very pleasant to read a book and take a walk every day. It's a pity that there is only one hour left in Cambridge in the itinerary.

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苏河家园10 June 2025
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来到剑桥大学“数学桥”景点参观。桥体巧妙地将位于剑河两岸的学院建筑连接在一起,它不仅连接学院的物理桥梁,更是连接了历史与现代,值得一游。

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ZengZhiGang18 August 2020
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This photo was taken at night, so the clock is a little unclear. However, standing in front of it and watching it ticking forward, I still feel a little nervous. After all, no one can control time.

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真诚75779 March 2021
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The beautiful River Cam, located in Cambridge University, is the symbol of Cambridge University. The different bridges on the River Cam, and the poet Xu Zhimo's popular poem "Farewell to Cambridge", make people yearn for Cambridge University and love.

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小鱼儿201530 April 2020
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The Church of Our Lady in Cambridge is also a great place to visit. There are some nice buildings in many places in Cambridge College, and the photo-taking areas are also very special.

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Don't miss these attractions in Cambridge: University of Cambridge, Cambridge Punting, and Trinity College. If you like Day tours, try Shared Guided Punting Tour of Cambridge. If you enjoy Cultural experiences, try City Sightseeing Oxford Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour.

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