A Day at Cambridge: Scenic Town of Scientific Breakthroughs, Cambridge, England

Cambridge is one of my top favourite day-tripping places in England mainly because it’s such a picturesque city. The quaint and lovely River Cam, as well as the impressive architecture of the world-renowned University of Cambridge, all add so much to the charm of the place. Furthermore, dotted around the city are plaques marking significant historical facts and events, including those about scientific breakthroughs that have now impacted our lives. And because you are only about an hour’s direct train ride from London, it makes an easy day trip to Cambridge! The key attractions include St John’s College, Trinity College, King’s College and the Wren Library, to list a few.

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Cambridge is home to the world-renowned and prestigious University of Cambridge, which was founded in 1209. Over the years, it has consistently been ranked among the top universities in the world, thus making a name for the city. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).