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Cambridge is a city and administrative center in the county of Cambridgeshire. County lies to the east in the southern part of England , while the city is located to the south in the county.The river Cam runs through the city and the population was measured at over 120 000 (2008) within the city limits. Cambridge was incorporated as a city in 1207 and is one of the country's oldest cities.
Cambridge is most famous for being a university, and the University of Cambridge is England's second oldest university and the fourth oldest. The University was founded in the 1200s and university buildings are historic and stately. Much of the city is marked by the Middle Ages, as streets and bridges. There is a lot to get to Cambridge, not just museums, exhibitions and historic buildings. There are several theaters, concert venues and festivals, including a Shakespeare festival, jazz festival and beer festival.
London Stansted Airport is the nearest airport to Cambridge is about. 50 km south.Other major airports are within driving distance of the city such as London Gatwick and Heathrow .
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