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Would you love to explore an ancient and spectacular region described as being ‘more Tibetan than Tibet'?
The forbidden kingdom of Mustang is located on the edge of the Tibetan plateau in the wilderness of the Himalayas. Mustang, formerly known as the independent Kingdom of Lo, opened up to a limited number of travellers in 1991.
After decades of isolation its borders are now open; as you could see, little has changed in the Kingdom. A 10-day walking trek will explore the spectacular land whose history and culture can be observed through existing ancient customs and traditions: https://bit.ly/2Q43vHE

What happens when we teach robots how to build robots? Cambridge researchers are studying the interaction between robots and humans – and teaching them how to do the very difficult things that we find easy. #robotics

Baland Jalal received his initial training at the University of California in the laboratory of legendary neuroscientist VS Ramachandran.
Now, Jalal works on developing new psychiatric treatments to innovatively improve people’s daily lives. His latest intervention, a ‘brain training’ app developed at the University, could help people who suffer from obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) to manage their symptoms: https://bit.ly/2BOKRvD

Get your entry in before 12 noon (GMT) today before our Christmas Social Media Quiz closes. You could be the lucky winner of the bundle of items below! Good luck

Journey through Indonesia, a land of extraordinary beauty and astounding cultural diversity.
Described as ‘the most complex single nation on Earth’, Indonesia’s islands are inhabited by over 300 ethnic groups.
On an 18-day trip, explore three of Indonesia’s major islands of Java, Sulawesi and Bali. For volcanic adventures, idyllic villages and magical hills. Learn more at https://bit.ly/2PUx66z

To celebrate the end of the First World War, in 1918 at King’s College the service of a Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols sung to celebrate Christmas for the choir and college.
To commemorate the 100th anniversary of this iconic service, King's has released a special two-part album featuring both brand-new performances and historical recordings from the original BBC broadcast in 1928: https://bit.ly/2BarLia

Explore your range of Classic Cambridge alumni apparel, where all items are ethically and sustainable produced!
Our official University of Cambridge items are the perfect treat, where your proceeds contribute to our pursuit of excellent education and learning: https://bit.ly/2RRlGhk

Dr Clare Oliver-Williams, ‘never fully left’ Cambridge. Having studied Natural Science as an undergraduate, she went on to do a PhD and is now a Junior Research Fellow at Homerton College, Cambridge.
Clare’s research focuses on the link between miscarriages and the development of heart disease in woman. Conditions such as heart disease and stroke together are the leading cause of death in women in the developed world: https://bit.ly/2BOKCRf

The Choir of Peterhouse wishes you all a very happy Christmas!

The beautiful city of St Petersburg in Russia is often known as the ‘Venice of the North’. A visit has been planned in late February next year where the snow will make the city look it's most picturesque!
Accompanied by Professor Alexei Leporc, the six-day trip involves a great variety of activities: https://bit.ly/2B7DfEg

Today is your last chance to help Capt Matt Tovey, an engineering graduate from Girton College, who is currently serving in Afghanistan with the British Army.
Matt has signed up to try and get a place on the Fjallraven Polar Expedition next April but needs your support to get him there! Please head to the link below and help him out before voting closes tomorrow: https://bit.ly/2Eb6SXh

The official Cambridge alumni navy silk tie is a slim tie perfect for every formal occasion.
This skinny silk tie is only available through Ryder & Amies for alumni and is the perfect conversation starter for stories about your time at Cambridge: https://bit.ly/2B0JUQm

As an alumnus/na of the University of Cambridge, you can save 10% off your subscription to The Economist!
The Economist brings clear, thought-provoking analysis on the latest global news stories, from politics, the arts, business and finance to science and technology: https://bit.ly/2ztUoqy

Professor Bhaskar Vira is an economist-turned-geographer, despite never studying geography.
He believes that living in and around nature is vital for our well-being and discusses the economical, spiritual and practical benefits: https://bit.ly/2SoR4nl

Capt Matt Tovey, an engineering graduate from Girton College, is currently serving in Afghanistan with the British Army. Spending his days surrounded by the amazing landscape of Kabul, but unable to go out and experience it, he's already looking for an adventure when he gets back.
He's signed up to try and get a place on the Fjallraven Polar Expedition next April but needs your support to get him there! Please head to the link below and help him out. 3 clicks and a few seconds of your time is all it needs! https://bit.ly/2Eb6SXh

Dr Margherita Turco came to Cambridge in 2012 to carry out her postdoctoral work on human trophoblast stem cells. Her ambition is to ‘uncover the mysterious events that occur early in human pregnancy’ where one in five child births experience some type of complication.
By understanding how the human placenta grows and develops during pregnancy, there is an opportunity for couples to avoid the suffering felt during complications: https://bit.ly/2zvsomq

Remember that Bridgemas feeling with this video of The Choir of Selwyn College, Cambridge performing Little Road to Bethlehem in the College's Chapel.
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Want to explore the Art Treasures of Dresden? Your tour guide will be art historian, broadcaster and ceramics expert Lars Tharp, on a 5-day treasure hunt exploring the cultural riches of Dresden.
Dresden has been long considered the 'jewel box' of Germany, where you will visit Dresden's Royal Palace and its treasure chamber, and the Zwinger, the home to the Old Masters Picture Gallery.
Read all about this exciting opportunity and what the trip includes here: https://bit.ly/2B77rz9