Tower of the Five Orders

This iconic Oxford landmark is named for the architectural characteristics of each of its five floors. Each exhibits a different order - or "style" - of classical architecture: from bottom to top - tuscan, doric, ionic, corinthian and composite. Part of the joy of "discovering" the tower, visiting as a tourist, comes from the fact that despite it's size it's unlikely to be the first thing you see as you enter the quad: coming in from the Great Gate, for example, it won't be until you turn around and look up that you see it... and even at a glance you won't necessarily observe its unusual architecture unless you've been told to look specifically at the columns.

I suppose there is tour at some fee but I didnt ask so I didnt get to scrutinise the Tower of the Five Orders to the actual built up. Regret.

Brilliant view from top... A bit cramped going up the circular stone stairs!!!!

Very ornate entrance to the Bodleian Library.

Beautiful entrance to the Bodleian Library.

Nice place to visit.

It feels great to walk around this area and watch these massive buildings. Great for taking some pictures too if you know how to pose 😉

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