Oxford Travel will take you on a memorable sojourn through the “city of dreaming spires” a term coined by Mathew Arnold. Oxford is one of the major cities in England and is home to the University of Oxford which is supposed to be the oldest university in the world where the medium of communication is English. This city is known for its intricate architectural work. Your Oxford Travel will unfold various historical facts which will enrich your touring experience.
Oxford city is also known for the Thames River which runs through the city. This city has numerous tourist attractions.
Oxford Travel: Religious sites in Oxford
There are quite a number of religious sites in Oxford which include-
Christ Church Cathedral- It is the cathedral of the diocese of Oxford which includes the Oxford city and the surrounding countryside which extends to Banbury. This cathedral is visited by numerous tourists worldwide every year. The cathedral is situated on the site of the ancient Saxon Church which was founded by Saint Frideswide. Since 1526 there has been a choir at the cathedral. The Christ Church Cathedral was often argued to be the smallest cathedral. In the 20th century many churches were elevated to cathedral status as a result of which Christ Church is no more the smallest cathedral in England.
The Church of St Mary the Virgin- It is the university church located in the university premises.
Martyr’s Memorial- It is another significant historical monument situated at the intersection of St Giles Magdalen Street and Beaumont Street. This monument was build to commemorate the 16th century Oxford martyrs.
Oxford Travel: Oxford University Campus
There are quite a number of attractions within the campus which include-
- Ashmolean Museum
- Museum of Natural History
- Museum of the History of Science
- Museum of Oxford
- Museum of Modern Art
Oxford Travel: Theaters and Cinemas In Oxford
There are quite a number of theaters and cinemas in Oxford city, some of which are listed below:
- Oxford Playhouse, Beaumont Street
- New Theatre, George Street
- Odeon Cinema, George Street
- Vue Cinema, Magdalen Street
You can also visit the BBC national radio station as a part of your Oxford tour. The Oxford city has a number of local attractions which include BBC Radio, Oxford; Oxford Student Radio and a local T V Station.
If you want to do some shopping in Oxford then you should visit the city center which has quite a number of shops where you can buy various gift items and other accessories. There is a wide range of branded stores which include- GAP, Lush, Virgin Stores and lots more. If you do not want to strain your pockets then you can go to Primark which sells clothes at an affordable price. The Westgate Shopping Center offers a wide range of shops which ranges from branded wear to designer clothes.
You will also find plenty of pubs and restaurants where you can treat yourself to spicy food. Most of these restaurants are situated along the Cherwell riverside.
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