Riyasat
A series of my writings and photojournals.
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Travel
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Oxford, United Kingdom
Radcliffe Camera and St Mary's Cathedral
Train to Cambridge
Booked a ticket last minute on trainline on the GWR. Surprisingly affordable, and surprisingly empty. The train was equipped with power points at every seat, and a very nice bathroom at the nd of each carriage.
The Royal Oxford Hotel
Two minutes away from the city centre, the Royal Oxford Hotel has some pretty nice and spacious rooms. Being the stingy boy I am, I didn't stay the night, so don't expect any photos of the insides.
St Aldgates Corner
Christ Church War Memorial Garden
In memory of members of Christ Church who fought in the First World War. Walking further along leads to the Christ Church Meadows, and further north is the Tom Tower.
Sign on the War Memorial Garden
Christ Church Meadows
Bounded by the River Thames (yes, the dingy, brown river in London), lies Christ Church Meadows, a popular picnic and walking spot.
Entrance to the Christ Churck War Memorial
River Thames
Stretching all the way from London, here is another fantastically edited shot of the River Thames. Kayaking teams can be seen here, training, although I have yet to spot a fisherman like I have back in London.
Quiant Oxford Street
Mound at Oxford Castle
Apparently an entirely man made endeavour, the Mound is a somewhat tall, well, mound. Costing a mere 3 quid to get in, the climb was not steep, nor tiring. It's just a mound I guess?
View from the Mound
The view however is fantastic, although be careful not to roll off.
Carfax Tower
A steep climb up a narrow set of stairs (so narrow that only one person can fit in), Carfax Tower gives an amazing view of the Oxford city centre. It's all that remains of a 12th century Church, and for a fair part of its life, was the official church of Oxford.
View from Carfax Tower
Christ Church
Now that its finally 10am, and the church courtyards have finally opened to tourists, I head back to Christ Church, pay up (because this is the UK, where nothing is free).
Tom Quad and Tom Tower
Named after its bell, Tom Tower is the main entrance of Christ Church, which leads to Tom Quad.
Dining Hall in Oxford University
Meadows in Oxford University
Some Church
Honestly can't remember what this was.
Punting by the River
Near Magdalen Bridge Boathouse, you can hire a traditional Oxford punt, rowing boat or pedalo and enjoy cruising along Oxford's stunning River Cherwell.
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Botanical Gardens
Everything in Oxford has an entry fee. And being the cheapskate I am, I jumped up, snapped a photo over the hedges, and called it a day.
St Mary's Cathedral
The official church of Oxford University, this church comes equipped with all your Bible loving needs.
St Mary's Cathedral
They sure love Jesus here.
View from the top of St Mary's Cathedral
Another 4 quid and a gruelling 300 step climb up yet another staircase wide enough to fit a single person, I'm presented with a beautiful view of the city.
Radcliffe Camera
Taken from the top of St Mary's, Radcliffe Camera ("camera" being Latin for "room"), is a neo classical piece of architecture from the late 1700's. Funded with the estate of a John Radcliffe, it hosts a wide range of scientific literature.
Another view from St Mary's Cathedral