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You probably already know some things about Oxford University, but there is probably a lot you don't know. It's called 'Oxford University' because it is located in the town of Oxford, England (about 90 kilometers outside of London). Classes first began there almost a thousand years ago (in 1096), and it is one of the best universities in the world. Most colleges and universities are located on just one main campus, but this university is special. It's located in many different places around the town of Oxford. For example, near South Parks Road you can find the Science Area, while just behind Broad Street you can listen to music at the Sheldonian Theater. Do you like to read? If 'yes', there are millions of books at the university's Bodleian Libraries. In addition, the university has a large number of parks - the Botanic Garden on High Street has more than 8,000 kinds of plants. Of course, the students are the most important part of Oxford University - there are more than 21,000 of them from the U.K. and from around the world. Finally, if you're thinking of visiting (or studying at) Oxford, there is even a gift shop at 106 High Street where you can buy souvenirs to remember your time at this amazing university.
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