▲ The Oxford University Museum of Natural History is a university museum that collects and displays natural history specimens, located opposite Keble College at the University of Oxford in the UK. Its founding director was geologist John Phillips, one of the main skeptics of Darwin's theory of evolution. The museum's lecture hall was the site of the 1860 Oxford evolution debate and now belongs to the university's chemistry, zoology, and mathematics departments. The most captivating feature here is its collection of over 5 million natural history specimens, ranging from peculiar insects and fossils to massive Tyrannosaurus rex skeletons, offering an overwhelming array of exhibits. opening hours
▲ The University of Oxford is located in Oxford, England, and is one of the oldest universities in the UK. Without gates or walls to define its boundaries, over thirty stately and historic college buildings are scattered throughout the city. Cobblestone streets wind through the campus, creating an atmosphere brimming with literary elegance and classical charm.
▲ If the Radcliffe Camera, with its less than 300 years of history, is Oxford's internet-famous landmark, then the Bodleian Library is like the grandfather next door who watched these trends grow up. Built in 1602, the library now houses over 11 million volumes. Qian Zhongshu, who studied at Oxford, humorously nicknamed the Bodleian Library the "Bookworm Tower," portraying it as Oxford University's voracious reader. During his time at Oxford, Qian wandered its halls daily like a book-devouring silverfish, absorbing knowledge from the books with tireless dedication.
▲ Arlington Row is located in the village of Arlington within the civil parish of Bibury in Gloucestershire, England, and stands as a historic architectural treasure. Originally built in the late 14th century by local wool merchants for storing wool and housing, the row was later converted into weavers' cottages in the late 17th century. Today, these cottages are managed by the National Trust and have become a nationally recognized architectural conservation area. Situated on Oakward Hill, Arlington Row attracts numerous visitors with its unique history and architectural charm. Its classic Cotswold style makes it one of England's most captivating attractions, even featured on British passports. These buildings not only bear witness to the prosperity of the wool industry but were also preserved by the Royal Academy of Arts in 1929. Beyond its historical significance, Arlington Row has also appeared in...
▲ Broadway Tower stands at an elevation of 1,024 feet (312 meters) above sea level. The tower itself is 55 feet (17 meters) tall. It was leased by Edward Burne-Jones in the 1880s as a countryside retreat. Now open as a famous attraction, the tower's summit reportedly offers breathtaking panoramic views spanning 16 counties within a 62-mile (approx. 100 km) radius.
