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Australia
Surrounded by the Indian and Pacific oceans it is a sovereign country whose form of government is constitutional monarchy federal inside of British Commonwealth of Nations . Is he sixth largest country in the world with an area of more than 7,700,000 km², with a population that It does not reach 30 million inhabitants and they live in the big cities of the Australian coast. Its main cities, Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth and Adelaide, They are coastal. Its capital, Canberra, is inland. The country is known for the Sydney Opera House, the Great Barrier Reef, which is the largest coral reef in the world, a vast desert natural area known as the Outback, Australia's highest peak Mount Kosciusko at 2,228 meters and unique animal species such as the kangaroo and the platypus. Most of Australia is semi-arid, although a temperate climate prevails in its southeastern and southwestern corners.
How to get to Australia
Plane: it is the natural way to get to Australia given the distances that separate it from almost all the Destinations of the world. Its main airports are Sydney, the busiest in the country, Melbourne, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra and Brisbane. The main ones all have connection by bus with the city, taxi service and in some cases train. Another option is to rent a car in the same terminal.
How to get around Australia
Plane: being a huge country in most cases it is the most appropriate means of transport.
Train: It has a network of trains, but it is a slow and expensive service. The main company is Australian Railways .
Buses: they are an economical way to travel between cities. Greyhound is the main bus line.
Taxis: they have a good service. You can see the NUMBEO site to see the updated rates.
Cars: Motorhome and caravan rentals remain a very popular way to explore the continent.
What to see in Australia
Canberra
Canberra is the capital city of Australia and as the seat of the nation's government, it is the largest inland city in Australia and the eighth largest city overall. It is located in the far north of the Australian Capital Territory 280 km southwest of Sydney and 660 km northeast of Melbourne. As the seat of the Australian government, Canberra is home to many important federal government institutions, national monuments and museums. This includes Parliament House, the official residence of the monarch's representative, the Governor General, the High Court, and numerous government departments and agencies. As well of many social and cultural institutions of national importance such as the Australian War Memorial, the Australian National University, the Royal Australian Mint, the Australian Institute of Sport, the National Gallery and the National Museum.
You can attend sessions democracy at the iconic Parliament of Australia atop Capital Hill.
Also take a guided tour, visiting the popular Queen's Terrace Coffee, see historical documents and an impressive collection of Australian art including one of the world's largest tapestries based on a design by Arthur Boyd.
Formerly known as Provisional Parliament House, it was the seat of the Parliament of Australia from 1927 to 1988. The building became operational on May 9, 1927 after Parliament's relocation from Melbourne to the new capital Canberra. In 1988, the Commonwealth Parliament was transferred to the new Parliament House on Capital Hill. It also serves as a venue for temporary exhibitions, conferences and concerts.
Located on the shores of Canberra's Lake Burley Griffin. The impressive architecture of the museum offers an extraordinary place to explore the rich and diverse histories of Australia and its people. you can perform take a guided tour or wander solo through the many exhibits and learn about the amazing, inspiring and treasured royal artifacts from Australian history.
Lovers of fine handmade goods, clothing collectors, foodies and jewelery addicts are just a few of the people who head to Canberra's award-winning Old Bus Depot Markets each Sunday. In a fabulous old industrial building you'll experience the endless colour, tastes, sounds and atmosphere of 'Canberra's Best Sunday'. Each week you will find more than 200 stalls of exceptional quality, with all handmade items created by local and regional creatives.
Free Serbian Orthodox Church of Saint George
This impressive Church displays incredible murals, with Biblical and historical scenes covering the walls and lining the ceiling of this replica of the old Serbian village church that was recently listed as a heritage building. All paintings were completed without the use of scaffolding, simply with a ladder. The architecture is impressive and the history behind the paintings is truly incredible.
Located in the heart of downtown Canberra, it is the city's premier destination for dynamic shopping, entertainment and dining experiences. On site are four department stores David Jones, Myer, Target and Big W, two supermarkets and an impressive collection of specialty stores and even a precinct dedicated to beauty and wellness. With an exceptional portfolio of fashion and sportswear brands, renowned restaurants and entertainment outlets such as KingPin and Dendy Cinemas, Canberra Center is the ultimate shopping destination.
sydney
Sydney is the capital of New South Wales and one of the largest cities in Australia, it was the seat of the first British colony. It was founded in 1788 on the sydney creek and it is the oldest city in the country. It is located in the southeast of Australia, on the shores of the wide sydney bay (Port Jackson). In the city stands out the Opera House , the Sydney Harbor Bridge, or Harbor Bridge and its beaches. The metropolitan area is surrounded by national parks containing bays and rivers and is listed as one of the 15 most visited cities in the world, with millions of tourists visiting it every year to see attractions such as the botanical garden, the city port, the Royal National Park , the Opera House, etc.
O Sydney Opera House is one of the most famous and distinctive buildings in the 20th century . declared in 2007 a World Heritage Site , it was designed by architect Danish Jorn Utzon on 1957 and inaugurated on October 20, 1973 for her majesty the queen Elizabeth II , in her role as Queen of Australia. Construction works are being carried out in the building. theater , ballet , Opera or musical productions. It is home to Opera Australia, the Sydney Theater Company and the Sydney Symphony Orchestra. It is administered by the Opera House Trust, a public body under the supervision of the Ministry of Arts.
Originally known as Sydney Harbor Bridge , is an arch bridge that crosses this bay. It connects the financial center or Central Business district with the residential and commercial coast of the city. It has 8 lanes for vehicles, two train lines, one pedestrian path and one for cyclists. You can walk up the escalators on both banks that lead to the west side of the bridge where there is a pedestrian lane. About 160,000 vehicles can circulate daily, the total length of the bridge is 1149 m. It has a width of 20m. The space under the bridge for navigation has a height of 49 m; over the water the bridge has a length of 503 m, the arch rises to a height of 134 m.
With more than 30 hectares, the Royal Botanic Gardens of Sydney is the most important green area to see in Sydney. Located near the Opera, in it you can see different species belonging to the local flora; floral compositions, ferns or ancient trees. Wildlife in the garden includes colorful birds, fruit bats, and water dragons. Here is the strange world Calyx of carnivorous plants, a world-class horticultural space.
It is one of the largest zoos in Australia, which stands out for its commitment to wildlife conservation, for which it houses endangered species and for impart environmental education plans. Here you can enjoy guided tours as well as entertaining shows throughout the day. It has its own cable car that will allow you to enjoy an amazing landscape that combines views of the city and a different perspective of the animals.
This National Park is a real surprise just a few kilometers from the asphalt of the city. The Blue Mountains get their name from the natural blue haze created by the vast eucalyptus forests in this World Heritage area. Tiny droplets of oil released from the trees mix with water vapor and sunlight to produce the distinctive color. you can explore waterfalls, valleys and rugged sandstone plateaux, and learn about the region's ancient Aboriginal heritage. deep in the Jenolan caves you will discover limestone crystals and underground rivers.
It is the most famous beach and even considered one of the best beaches in the world. Located just 15 minutes from the city center, it boasts an appetizing white sand and a turquoise blue sea capable of making any surfer fall in love.
It is interesting to do the 6km coastal path from Bondi to Coogee Beach and revel in the spectacular views. In Coogee you can upload to the terrace of the Coogee Pavilion bar and enjoy views of Coogee Bay and its beach.
Northern Beaches
They are a set of beaches located in the north side of Sydney, above Manly and are each more spectacular, especially the wonderful beach Palm Beach where you can Climb up to the lighthouse for views of Sydney's most stylish beach. Palm Beach is home the most beautiful stretch of soft sand in northern sydney and a popular destination for beach and surf lovers The northern section is blessed with great waves and the southern end offers swimmers protection with an ocean pool ideal for shallow water paddling.
It's a suburb the inner west from Sydney; It is located approximately four kilometers southwest of the Sydney central business district . King Street it is its main street and the center of commercial and entertainment activity. The street passes near the University of Sydney and extends to the south, becoming the Princes Highway at its southern end. You can find numerous art shops, some with truly vintage objects, professional fashion designers, and excellent restaurants.
melbourne
Melbourne is the capital and largest city of the Victorian state . Was the capital of Australia between 1901 and 1927 , when he moved to the planned city from Canberra . Chosen since 2011 as the best city in the world to live in, due to its high levels of quality of life and low levels of poverty, it has also been selected as a favorite by tourists. It is the second city in the country in population after Sydney . It is located in the lower course of the yarra river and the shores of Port Phillip Bay to the north and east. The name of Melbourne also serves to denominate the geographical region of Greater Melbourne. Today, the city is an important center of trade , industry and activity cultural .
st kilda
It is a classic of Melbourne, a coastal neighborhood located just 6 km from the city famous for its long sandy beach, its pleasant promenade, for the penguins and the Luna Park, famous amusement park. To get to St Kilda from the center it is best to take the tram and get off at the Luna Park stop. Also on Sunday it is possible to enjoy a craft market whose stalls extend along part of the promenade. Fitzroy and Acland streets are home to independent cafes, restaurants, bars, fashion boutiques, and music and book stores.
brighton beach
It is located in one of the most affluent suburbs of Melbourne and is divided into three sections that follow each other along Port Phillip Bay: the upper, the central and the Dendy Street. In the latter are its typical 82 wooden beach huts painted with different colors and motifs. Built in the 19th century and considered a national heritage, they are a few steps from the water and behind them appears the silhouette of the city with its skyscrapers. To get here you need about 40 minutes by metro from the center. Another beach experience is to go to St. Kilda Beach especially in the evening, when can be seen blue penguins, the smallest in the world.
Located near the center on the south bank of the Yarra River , has a length of 38 ha of landscaped gardens. He is a member of BGCI and submits papers for the International Agenda for Conservation in Botanic Gardens . Green spaces are precisely one of the main characteristics of Melbourne, which for years has led the ranking of the best cities to live in according to The Economist. It is currently the second, behind Vienna
Yarra River
On its margins, in the final zone of its route, the city of melbourne on 1835 . It starts at the Yarra chain and flows about 242 km in a westerly direction through the Yarra Valley , then zigzagged through Melbourne and finally emptied into the hobsons bay of the Port Phillip Bay . The river and its neighboring sandbars and hills were a source of gold during the victoria gold rush and in many areas its course was modified by mining activities, the river is used for rowing kayaking , rafting and swimming .
street-art
Melbourne is known as one of the world capitals of urban art. Graffiti can be found in various authorized points of the city being It is wonderful to enjoy the color and originality of the graffiti. Versus Federation Square and linking Flinders Lane with Flinders Street, the cobbled Hosier Lane is arguably the focal point of the city's street art scene. Some of these creations are officially commissioned by the City of Melbourne.
National Gallery of Victoria
Known as the NGV it's a Museum and Gallery from art founded in 1861. It is Australia's oldest and largest art gallery open to the general public. The main gallery is located on St Kilda Road, Southbank near the center of Melbourne, with a branch in Federation Square, also in Melbourne. It houses an entire world of international art, showcasing the National Gallery of Victoria's collections of European, Asian, Oceanian and American art.
CBD
Or Central Business District, is the center of the city of Melbourne and a major financial center of Australia and the Asia Pacific region . There you can enjoy of the fantastic architecture of buildings such as Town Hall, The Old Treasury Building, Queen Victoria Market or Flinders Street Railway Station. In recent times, it has been designated together with new york city and berlin as one of the best street art mecca of the world and the UNESCO has designated as a "City of Literature" in its Creative Cities Network.
Other cities
Tasmanian Capital, small compared to many others in Australia, but very picturesque. It is charming, welcoming and one of the oldest cities in Australia. History lives on with its 19th-century sandstone warehouses that now serve as cafes, restaurants, and artists' studios. Quaint country houses and colonial mansions are scattered throughout the small town. And then there's the backdrop of the Mount Wellington Rising above the city, the River Derwent rushing through its heart, the historic port, Battery Point and the Salamanca market as well as the incredible MONA museum or see a Tasmanian Devil in one of the wildlife parks such as Bonorong Wildwood Sanctuary.
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Brisbane
Brisbane is the capital of the Australian state of Queensland . It is located in the south-east of the state. Geographically it is located east of the Great Dividing Range - specifically, southeast of the Taylor Range - on the coast of the Coral Sea ( Pacific Ocean ) - very close to Moreton Bay - and on the banks of the river of the same name , which has been dredged to facilitate the transit of ships. It is the third most populous city in the country, after Sydney and Melbourne. In its cultural centre of South Bank, the Queensland Museum and the Sciencentre are grouped, with outstanding interactive exhibitions. Another cultural institution of South Bank is the Queensland Gallery of Modern Art, which is among the most important contemporary art museums in Australia. Above the city rises Mount Coot-tha, site of the Brisbane Botanic Gardens.
Adelaida
Adelaide is the capital and most populous city of the state of South Australia , and the fifth most populous city in Australia . It is a coastal city located in the southern part of the Indian Ocean , on the Adelaide Heights, north of the Fleurieu Peninsula , between the Gulf of St. Vincent and the Lofty Ranges . It took its name from Queen Adelaide , consort of King William IV of the United Kingdom , and was founded in 1836. Soon, Adelaide became the "City of Liberties", with freedom of choice of religion , political progressivism and civil liberties , which led the great world reforms. Today, Adelaide is known as the city of culture in Australia, with many festivals , theatres , as well as its wine , art and sports . It is the commercial and governmental centre of South Australia , being home to several financial and governmental institutions. Most of them are concentrated in the city centre, along North Terrace Boulevard, King William Street and in other districts of the metropolitan area.
Perth
Perth is a city in Western Australia , the capital of the state of Western Australia, and the fourth most populous city in Australia and the largest in the state, as it houses almost three-quarters of the state's total population. It is located on the Swan River estuary. The metropolitan area lies between the Indian Ocean and a low coastal escarpment known as the Darling Ranges and encompasses more than 300 localities including Bayswater , Canning , Stirling , Claremont , Victoria Park , Armadale , Two Rocks and Yanchep . The nearest city to Perth with a population of over one million people is Adelaide , 2,104 kilometres away, making Perth the most isolated city with over one million inhabitants in the world. It is a busy port , destined for the export of gold , nickel , iron and aluminium mined in Western Australia.
Australian cuisine
It is characterized by being the result of a set of gastronomies that reflect its multicultural historical past: the native gastronomy of the Australian aborigines , called bush tucker or bush food, the british cuisine and irish of the first European settlers who came mainly from the British islands and the contributions of the asian cuisine and mediterranean brought by the immigrants who arrived after the World War I.
Kangaroo – Surprising as it sounds, many Australians have a habit of eating kangaroo meat. Whether roasted, grilled or baked. and can be seasoned with garlic, pepper and rosemary
Fish'n'chips: grilled or battered fish with chips, served with lemon and salt.
Empanada de carne, or Australian meat pie: it is a pie filled with meat with sauce. It is made in individual portions and served with a little tomato sauce.
Meatloaf: ground beef, veal, lamb, or pork, or a combination of any of these them and seasoned with breadcrumbs and spices.
Crocodile meat: its meat is very similar in texture to pork, although its flavor is close to that of chicken
Barramundi: river fish served grilled and accompanied with vegetables and a touch of citrus.
Vegemite: registered trademark of a food-grade spread, dark brown in color and with a salty taste, made with yeast extract . It is mainly used as a spread on sandwiches and toast.
pavlova: cake crispy meringue on the outside and soft on the inside made with milk , Meringue and fruit fresh.
Weet-Bix: biscuits big of wheat with a huge contribution of fiber and super healthy.
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