It may be small, but the city of Oxford is home to an outstanding collection of architectural masterpieces, many of which have become world-famous. In fact, Oxford’s architecture is so renowned that it has even earned itself recognition as the ‘city of dreaming spires.’
Many of them owe their thanks to the growth of the University of Oxford, which has built throughout the city for more than over 800 years. But, look further afield, and you’ll also discover some fine examples of houses, churches, and other famous buildings in Oxford – which have existed for centuries.
Its inspiring craftsmanship, golden brickwork and history of famous buildings mean that a stroll through the city really is a true walk through time. We’ve put together a collection of some slightly abstract perspectives on some Oxford buildings. How many do you recognise? Answers below.
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Answers: OxAM House on 6 George St, back of the Oxford Wine Cafe by end of Little Clarendon St, Blavatnik School of Government in Jericho, Mathematical Institute on Woodstock Road, 46 Woodstock Road (Oxford Science Enterprises), Beecroft Building by University Parks entrance, Department of Biochemistry on Dorothy Hodgkin Road, Department of Chemistry on South Parks Road, Sackler Library on St John St.