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Magdalen founded as early as 1448 was among the first universities to teach science. Starting as early as 1096, Oxford is probably the oldest English speaking university in the world. The very word Oxford conjures up visions of educational institutions. Oxford building displays all forms of British architecture. The Saxon influence is very much evident in these buildings. Oxfordshire, Latinised form of ‘Oxford’ is a county in the South East England region bordering on Northamptonshire to the north/northeast, Buchinghamshire to the east, Berkshire to the South, Wiltshire and Swindon to the Southwest, Gloucestershire to the west and Warwickshire to the north.

Oxford offers a wide variety of hotels for travelers. From the upscale right down to the budget affordable hotels, Oxford has it all. The county has a vibrant tourist industry and is known for the motor sport companies. Oxford is also well-known for the Oxford University Press. Books printed by this prestigious concern are available around the world and are sources of great information for thousands of students.

Oxford is well-connected to various parts of the country. The nearest airport is Heathrow and Birmingham International. Oxford is connected by train to major cities with the M40 Expressway providing fast link to London and Birmingham. Looking for an accommodation to stay in the sight of this delightful county is easy. There are many cozy inexpensive bed and breakfast to the very posh expensive hotels. In short Oxford has accommodation for all types of visitors.

One could also stay in the Oxford College accommodation, which is inexpensive at around 30pounds. Here, one will be able to trace the footsteps of legendary figures like Mahatma Gandhi and the various British Prime Ministers who have passed through the corridors here. There are different ways to do in Oxford and enjoy the sight of it. The open bus tours guide one through many of the attractions of this city. There are walking tours too. Or one could just sit down in a cozy small restaurant and see the fragrance of this truly historic city. The new building of Ashmolean Museum has a display of good and fresh collection of art and archaeology from Egypt to modern paintings of the 20th century which attracts every tourist. The Bodleian Library which reveals Gothic architecture is one of the oldest libraries in Europe. The 14th century west tower of the former city church of St Martin has the Carfax Tower and the clock chimes every fifteen minutes.

A visit to Oxford is really money well spent as this city is so different from the others. One can take in the various academic institutions and relive the days bygone. It has a slow paced life and the air of Oxford has the academic scent to it. A visitor to Oxford just cannot miss out the feeling that one is at a place of great academic excellence.