History of Cambridge, England

1441 - The foundation stone of King's College, Cambridge, was laid by Henry VI in April.

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1446 - St Bernard's College was founded. It later became Queen's college.

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1534 - Cambridge University Press was given a Royal Charter by Henry VIII. It published its first book in 1584 and is today the oldest publishing and printing house in the world.

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1630 - There was a severe outbreak of the plague in Cambridge

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1653 - A stagecoach connected Cambridge to London.

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1669 - Isaac Newton was appointed Lucasian Professor of Mathematics at Cambridge, in October.

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1705 - April 16 - Queen Anne of England knights Isaac Newton at Trinity College, Cambridge

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April 16, 1705

1727 - September 8 - A barn fire during a puppet show in the village of Burwell in Cambridgeshire, England kills 78 people, many of whom are children.

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September 8, 1727

1744 - The city's first newspaper, "The Cambridge Journal", was founded.

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1780 - The first bank in Cambridge opened.

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1823 - Gas street lighting was introduced in Cambridge.

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1893 - Electricity was first generated in Cambridge.

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1895 - Cambridge
Cambridge, or Cambridgeshire, kāme'brij-shir, an inland county of England, in its E. part, having N. Lincolnshire, E. Norfolk and Suffolk, S. Essex and Herts, W. Bedford, Huntingdon, and Northamptonshire. Area, 822 square miles. Surface, except on the S., marshy and flat, but very generally drained by canals and steam-pumps. Chief rivers, the Ouse, Cam, Nene, and Larke, most of them flowing principally in recent artificial channels. The county is a # agricultural region. Chief towns, Cambridge, the capital, Newmarket, Wisbeach, and the city of Ely. It sends (exclusive of its boroughs) three members to the House of Commons. Pop, in 1871, 186,906; in 1881, 185,706; in 1891, 188,862.

Cambridge, kāme'brij (anc. Gran'ta; L. Cantabri'gia), a town of England, capital of the above county, and the seat of one of the great English universities, situated on both sides of the Cam, at the junction of several railways, 49 miles N.N.E. of London. The town, in an extensive flat, embosomed among... Read MORE...

Here are some of the must-visit places and activities in Cambridge:
Cambridge University Colleges: A visit to Cambridge wouldn't be complete without exploring its renowned university. The university is made up of 31 different colleges, each with its own unique history and architecture. Some of the most famous ones include King's College, Trinity College, and St. John's College. Don't forget to stroll through the picturesque college gardens and courtyards.

Punting on the River Cam: Punting is a quintessential Cambridge experience. You can hire a punt (a flat-bottomed boat) and either punt yourself or hire a guide. As you glide along the River Cam, you'll have a unique perspective of the city's historic buildings and colleges.

The Fitzwilliam Museum: This world-class museum houses an impressive collection of art and antiquities from around the world. From ancient Egyptian artifacts to European paintings, it's a treasure trove of culture and history. Plus, admission is free!

Botanic Garden: The University of Cambridge Botanic Garden is a serene... Read MORE...