Trinity College, CambridgeUniversity of CambridgeOne of the largest, richest and most prestigious colleges in China, with about 600 college students, 300 graduate students and 180 professors.The college was founded byKing of EnglandHenry VIIIIt was built in 1546, and its predecessor is Michael house established in 1324 and King's Academy established in 1317.The oldest building still preserved in the college can be traced back to the clock tower of the college used by the King's Academy in the Middle Ages, which still tells the time for the college.
The church of Trinity College of Cambridge University is the daughter of Henry VIIIMary TudorIt was built in 1554, although the interior decoration of the whole church could not be completed until the 18th century.In the front hall of the church, there are jade statues of famous graduates from Trinity College, including NewtonBacon、Tennysonwait forsomeone.
The old Trinity College still has many complicatedtraditional customFor example, before a formal dinner, all teachers and students must eat after praying.
Another interesting tradition is to let new students try at noon on the day of the school partybell towerWhen the bell rings, run around the Grand Court.Students must run the 367 meter long courtyard within the time when the clock tower strikes all the bells (about 43 seconds)AthleticsAthletes are also challenging.Trinity College's May dance in summer is the second largest famous dance in Britain.
If the Hall of Fame of Trinity College highlights its supreme academic achievementsWren Library What makes people read is the tradition of Trinity College that has spanned nearly 500 years.
Experienced deeds
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Trinity College of Cambridge University - Newton's Gravitational Apple Tree
BarrowHe was Newton's teacher. In 1673, when he was the dean of Trinity College, he built Trinity College for hundreds of years and wasthe United NationsRated asWorld Cultural HeritageRyan Library.
Four stone sculptures designed by Gabriel stand on the roof of the library, symbolizing the four oldest disciplines: theologyLaw, medicine and mathematics.
Another architect, Ryan, designed the overall structure of the library. Now we see the simple and ingenious bookshelves, desks andBookcaseIt all comes from his idea, and the library is named for him.
Trinity CollegeWren Library Not onlyAncient EgyptOfmummyAnd the letters and manuscripts of St. Paul's believers in the Middle AgesSocratesAnd dozens of statues of great western thinkers.《Paradise Lost》Milton, the author ofUniversity of CambridgeTherefore, his manuscript has naturally become the new favorite of the library.
Strict school rules
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ByronIn 1805, he entered Trinity College as an aristocrat, but soon he was tired of the college life.
He is casual and elegant, and is keen on wine and sex.In order to tease the rules of "No Dogs", he raised a bear and became the most rebellious student in the history of Trinity College.But the generation that shocked the worldPoet saintBut I can't look back.
After his death, his friend wanted to put a jade statue of him inWestminster AbbeyThe church was rejected on the grounds that the man was immoral.Finally, Trinity College read the past and accepted it againByron, and place it inWren Library The most eye-catching part of.
architectural style
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Trinity College Garden, Cambridge University
There is a fountain in the middle of the Grand Court of Trinity College.
The whole building complex of Trinity College was renovated on a large scale at the beginning of the 17th century, which was designed and presided over by Thomas Neville, the dean at that time.The whole grand architectural design plan includes moving the old clock tower 20 yards to make enough space for the construction of the grand courtyard（The GreatCourt) - oneGothic styleThe courtyard.In addition, a Neville's Court was also designed between the Grand Court and the Jianhe River, but the whole style of this courtyard was not completed until the end of the 17th century by the architect SirChristopher Wren）The designed library is not complete until it is erected.
Four stone statues stand on the roof of the library named after the designer, representing the four oldest disciplines: theologyLaw, medicine and mathematics.The bookshelves, tables, chairs and other exquisite furniture in the museum are also designed by Ryan himself.
The library's collection is not rich, but it is very valuable, includingSao PauloOf“Apostle Epistles”The Epistles of St. Paul, Newton's first edition of Principles of Nature, Milton's poetry manuscripts, and A. A. Milne's《Winnie the Pooh》(Winnie the Pooh) manuscriptByronFull body jade statue, even including oneAncient EgyptOfmummy。
The academic achievements of Trinity College areCambridgeThe top of all colleges is also famous for its many famous graduatesCoculture32Nobel PrizeWinners, famous graduates include NewtonBacon、Byron、WhiteheadRussellWittgensteinwait forsomeone.
There areHenry VIIIThe majestic king holds a golden ball symbolizing the throne with a cross on the top in his left hand, but holds a chair leg in his right hand.It is said that Henry VIII's right hand originally held a golden root symbolizing royal powerCrutch, soon after the statue was completed, I don't know what it isMischiefThe students quietly climbed up and pulled out their crutches. This chair leg took its place.Strangely, no one has cared about it for hundreds of years.Cambridge people not only let nature take its course, but also constantly introduce this "wonderful" story to freshmen and tourists with relish.
In the middle of the green lawn on the right side of the gate, there is a leafyAppleIt is said that several hundred years ago, an apple from the distant ancestor of this tree fell on Newton's head, which inspired him to discoverLaw of universal gravitation。
The college has a spacious atrium (the Great Court), beautiful school buildings and ancient buildings, built in 1567church(the Chapel) Statues of alumni with live person ratio, such as Newton's statue and Bacon's statue;The characteristics of the atrium arethe elizabethan age The fountain built here was once the main water supply place of the college.
tourist guide
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Located in the center of the city, walking from Cambridge Bus TerminalTour BusIt only takes 10 minutes to get to the college.
admission ticket
Adult 3 pounds/person,
1.3 pounds per person for children and the elderly;
Visitors are free from December 26 to March 12 of the next year.
Opening Hours
10:00~17:00 every day.
The following periods are closed to tourists - June 17 to June 23;June 30;October 1~October 4;Christmas Day.
entertainment
Sany College adjacent to Jianhe River can participate in the punting tour of Jianhe River, 8 pounds per hour,deposit30 pounds per ship, but must return to the departure point before 17:00 p.m. Only students of our school can rent a ship to stay out for the night.
Admission requirements
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undergraduateIELTS7 points for each subject, with an average score of 7.5 points (may also be based onInterview EnglishNot required for the situation)
