Home to two of America's most prestigious universities, Cambridge exudes a certain intellectual quirkiness. A mix of historical haunts, student hang-outs, alternative art and culture venues, vintage clothing shops, bookstores and ethnic restaurants, the city is, well, really cool. Although it is located just across the Charles River from Boston, Cambridge has a distinct vibe that is noticeable immediately. Start at Harvard Square, a hub of activity and mishmash of trendy stores, outdoor cafes and colorful local characters. Pick up a walking tour map at the visitors information booth in the center of the Square. The route will take you past many important landmarks including the Mount Auburn Cemetery, Tory Row and the Longfellow National Historic Site. Harvard University offers student-led tours through the illustrious buildings and monuments of its sprawling campus. Art and architecture buffs should meander around the M.I.T campus, which includes outdoor sculptures by masters such as Picasso and 20th-century buildings designed by modern greats like Eero Saarinen and I. M. Pei. Along the way, browse through bookstores, stop to watch street performers and grab a coffee at an outdoor café to take in all this captivating city has to offer.
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When I was first getting familiar with the MIT campus, The Alchemist was how I knew I was where I needed to be. Very interesting piece of art.
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Lots of people were enjoying a visit to this statute. You can take pictures with it and rub the feet.
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The Entrepreneur Walk of Fame was established to honor and celebrate entrepreneurial role models – allowing them to share their inspiring stories with the public while also increasing the visibility and status of entrepreneurs in our society. Located in Cambridge, MA, the EntWoF has unveiled an inaugural class of seven esteemed honorees whose names were immortalized with a sidewalk star in Kendall Square. EntWoF looked for entrepreneurs that took a risk with an idea, launched it and turned that idea into a success.
King Bhumibol Adulyadej (Rama IX) Birthplace Monument was installed in 2003 as a gift to commemorate His Majesty King's birthplace on His Majesty's 76th birthday. This contribution by KTBF to the City of Cambridge is in the spirit of Thai-American cultural exchange. Visitors from the United States and Thailand express love and respect to His Majesty the King at this historical landmark that gives a sense of connection to Thailand. His Majesty is the only monarch born in the USA, at Mount Auburn Hospital in Cambridge. Since the passing of His Majesty on October 13, 2016, the H.M. Birthplace Monument has become a central place for people who love the king to come to honor and pay respect to His Majesty. Trail of Thai Royalty in Massachusetts and New Hampshire honor Thailand’s longest-reigning, most beloved monarch, King Bhumibol Adulyadej, and his royal family. The trail is 11 historic places in Massachusetts and 2 historic places in New Hampshire where the king's family stayed.
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