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Walking into Trinity College felt like stepping straight into a history book — the courtyards are massive and perfectly maintained, and there’s a calm, timeless vibe everywhere. What really makes this place special though is the Wren Library. I didn’t expect to be as impressed as I was, but it turned out to be one of the absolute highlights of my day in Cambridge.
The library itself isn’t huge, but the moment you walk in and see that sunlight pouring through the high windows, lighting up those old wooden shelves and glass cases — it’s magic. They’ve got some incredible manuscripts on display, like Isaac Newton’s notebooks and handwritten work by Milton. It’s all real, original stuff just sitting right there in front of you. No photos allowed inside, which I actually liked — it forces you to slow down and take it in properly.
Also, the college backs onto the River Cam, and if you walk around to The Backs, the view from there is just beautiful — a perfect spot to rest for a bit before exploring more. Trinity felt more “lived-in” than some of the other colleges, and somehow more welcoming too. Definitely worth seeing, especially if you’re into literature, science, or just appreciate beautiful places.