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University of Oxford
Oxford - the world-famous university town . He became famous for fine architecture and superb landscapes . The decision was made to found a university in 1133 , so that the priests could receive a full education . They rented a house in the indigenous population , and often did not have the money. Customs at the time were free , which was the source of unpleasant consequences. For the introduction of strict discipline organized colleges .
The current university city of Oxford is under Henry II. Soon the education received in college , it was appreciated so much that through Oxford necessarily have to pass even the members of high society. In Oxford , there are many interesting sights. In the center of the city posted Tower Carfax Tower, from which opens breathtaking view of the city. The best-known colleges are considered Merton and Magdalen College and Christ Church College . They reigns conditions and customs of Cambridge. College Church of Christ - is the largest and most picturesque College, founded in 1546, every evening ringing his bell «Big Tom» announces the closing of the gate. College Chapel is the smallest in England. Magdalen College was founded in 1458
Every year on May 1st at 6 am in the gothic tower of the college choir sings of the Eucharistic hymn XVII. Corps College was built in the XVII century. Renaissance and late Gothic. Here is the most extensive libraries at Oxford, containing six million books. It was formed in 1598 in the Ashmolean Museum you can see the work of Leonardo da Vinci , Raphael, Constable , Michelangelo, Rembrandt. In Cast Gallery is located 250 Greek statues . Botanical Garden is dedicated researchers penicillin .
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