Christ's College

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Rich Academic Heritage at Christ's College

Founded in 1437, Christ's College is one of the oldest colleges at the University of Cambridge, formed with a strong academic tradition.

Established originally as God's House, the college was renamed in 1505 after receiving a royal charter and support from Lady Margaret Beaufort. Its distinctive architecture includes the Great Gate adorned with Tudor roses and a circular First Court, unique among Cambridge colleges. The college celebrates the legacy of its esteemed alumni, including notable figures like Charles Darwin and John Milton.

Notable Features

🎓 Gardens of Charles Darwin
These gardens feature species from Darwin's Galapagos expedition.

📜 Milton's Mulberry Tree
The Fellows' Garden houses a mulberry tree where John Milton allegedly wrote his poem Lycidas.

🎤 Alumni Achievements
Other famous alumni include Sacha Baron Cohen and historian Simon Schama.

Visiting Christ's College is free, making it an attractive destination for tourists, students, and historians alike.

Interesting Facts about Natural History Museum Christ's College

Historic Founding

Founded in 1437, originally named God's House, it became Christ's College in 1505.

Tudor Heritage

The Great Gate features heraldic carvings of Tudor roses and mythical creatures.

Notable Writers

John Milton wrote poetry under a mulberry tree located in the Fellows' Garden.

Location

St Andrew's Street

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