Joanna James
Australia is a wondrous land filled with amazing environments and landscapes that travellers are enthralled with. The city of Sydney offers some of the modernity that Australia is so well known for as one of the most developed nations in the world.
Considered the oldest part of Sydney, The Rocks consists of a collection of narrow lanes, pubs, quaint colonial buildings and majestic churches. What makes this section of the city so prolific is the history that is imbued into it. The Rocks were the location where the first British settlers set up camp and built a community, all the way back in 1788!
As an area that is filled with weekend markets and museums, this is the ideal location for a weekend with friends, family or a loved one!
There is no better feeling than walking along a sandy shore with a loved one. There is no better place for this than the stunning beaches of Sydney. With warm weather throughout the year, the area boasts a strong beach culture and is typically filled with beachgoers.
What makes Sydney even more enticing is the fact that there are over 100 beaches to choose from so you will likely never get bored!
The Royal Botanic Garden of Australia is one of the first vegetable gardens that was founded in the nation. It is home to a plethora of plant life and horticultural treasure that are well maintained for the viewing pleasure of the public each year. Founded in 1816, this garden is a popular destination for many who wish to unwind and relax under the sun on weekends!
As the oldest scientific institution in the country, this garden garners some of the highest footfall of any attraction in the country and is beloved by those who visit it.
If you are staying at one of the major hotel chains in the area such as the Minor Hotels then you will be able to get a good overview of the best places to visit during your stay in Sydney.
An activity that is sure to be recommended is taking a ferry ride over to Manly beach for some surf and sun. The ferry ride will take you across stunning views of the industrial harbour as well as the world-famous Sydney Opera house.
When the Sydney Harbour Bridge was constructed in 1932, the project was essentially to ensure the development of the world's largest steel arch bridge.
It is now, however, considered to be the 7th longest arch bridge in the world but remains as a marvel of architecture achieved and is gazed at with wonderment by all those who approach it. While it is free to walk across or cycle across the bridge, some people will pay a fee to climb the bridge itself!
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A travel writer who has a passion for fashion and a deep interest in admiring new and exotic attractions around the world.
