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06-MAR-2013

Oxford. High Street

he High Street in Oxford runs between Carfax, generally recognized as the centre of the city, and Magdalen Bridge to the east.The street has been described by Nikolaus Pevsner as "one of the world's great streets". It forms a gentle curve and is the subject of many prints, paintings, photographs, etc. The vista looking west towards Carfax with University College on the left and Queen's College on the right is an especially popular view. There are many historical buildings on the street, including Oxford University buildings and colleges. Locally the street is often known as The High.Queen's Lane Coffee House (in the junction with Queen's Lane) was established in 1654 and is probably Oxford's first coffee house.

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Ariel04-Apr-2014 20:23
Good shot. Normally there are a lot of buses here which can make it difficult to get a good picture.
Dennis Hoyne27-Apr-2013 02:43
Another classic street scene, Jose.
Dwight Rankine26-Apr-2013 20:36
The mood of London. Well done!
Mike H.26-Apr-2013 19:02
A slice of Oxford we remember well; lovely view from
an excellent perspective that triggers good memories!
Fabienne26-Apr-2013 19:02
Une rue bien jolie, les bâtiments ont une architecture formidable.
Une photo bien composée.
John Barreiro26-Apr-2013 18:58
Well-chosen POV. V
John Reynolds LRPS26-Apr-2013 18:54
Great capture of this good looking street, Jose. Unfortunately a walk along this street is often spoiled by loud traffic noise!
marie-jose wolff26-Apr-2013 18:54
very fine view of Oxford, nicely composed! V
Gerard Koehl26-Apr-2013 18:38
Très belle composition avec cette perspective. V
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