20/05/2026
Our group visited Cambridge, one of the oldest university cities in the United Kingdom. The University of Cambridge was founded in 1209, and it is the second-oldest university in the English-speaking world.
Cambridge is made up of 31 colleges, each with its own history and traditions. Many of the colleges were built in the 13th–16th centuries, and some buildings are still in daily use today.
We saw King’s College, founded in 1441 by King Henry VI, famous for its chapel, which took over 100 years to complete. The chapel is one of the finest examples of late Gothic architecture in Europe and is also known for its world-famous choir, especially the annual “Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols” broadcast every Christmas.
We also passed the River Cam, where punting is a traditional activity. Students and visitors use flat-bottomed boats pushed with a long pole, a method that has changed very little for centuries.
Cambridge is also known for its scientific legacy. Isaac Newton developed parts of his theory of gravity here, and Charles Darwin studied at Christ’s College before developing his theory of evolution. More recently, Cambridge has become a major centre for technology and research, often called part of the “Silicon Fen” due to its strong innovation and startup ecosystem.
The city combines medieval architecture, strict academic traditions, and modern scientific research, all within a very compact and walkable historic centre.
