Oxford is often called “the city of dreaming spires”, a phrase used by poet Matthew Arnold in his 1866 poem “Thyrsis”.
Here are some of the buildings that shape Oxford’s skyline and when they were built:


• St Mary’s Church: an important church in the University’s early history (13th-16th c.)
• New College: One of Oxford’s oldest colleges (14th c.)
• All Souls College: known for its twin towers and one-word exam. (15th- 18th c.)
• Bodleian Library: one of Europe’s oldest libraries. (15th- 17th c.)
• Sheldonian Theatre: where important Oxford ceremonies are held. (Completed 1669)
• Radcliffe Camera: Oxford’s most recognisable landmark (Completed 1748)
• Bridge of Sighs: A symbol of Oxford student life (Completed 1914)