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About Canberra Canberra, one of five Olympic Football cities in 2000, has a population of around 320,000 and IS the capital of Australia. Canberra is located in the Australian Capital Territory (A.C.T.).
Canberra is also the only city to be planned from the beginning. During the 1890's when the various state colonies of Australia (and New Zealand!) were going through Federation talks, both Sydney and Melbourne, (the two major cities of the times),had a dispute over which city would be the capital of Australia. It was decided to construct a city somewhere between the two. A worldwide competition was held for the design of the national capital. The winner of this competition was a landscape architect from Chicago in the United States, Walter Burley Griffin, and the foundation of Canberra was laid in 1913. The word Canberra comes from the local indigenous Ngunnawal people's language meaning 'meeting place'. This is apt because Canberra still performs that function. Come and meet with football (soccer) playing Australians (the most popular participation sport in Australia), at the McDonald's Kanga Cup.
Canberra is an aesthetically pleasing city, sometimes referred to as 'the bush capital'. There are numerous attractions if you can manage some spare time; the Parliament House, the High Court of Australia, the National Museum of Australia, National Gallery of Australia, National Science and Technology Centre (Questacon), and the Australian War Memorial to name a few. The Snowy Mountains and the South Coast beaches are both just two hours away. We also have numerous restaurants and social clubs to cater for everyone's needs. What about the weather? You are coming in the middle of our winter. That means overnight temperatures as low as -2 Celsius. This makes for some healthy fogs and frosts early in the morning. Accordingly, be certain to pack plenty of cold weather gear; i.e. jumpers, jackets, beanies and gloves. Canberra actually has more sunshine during winter than any other Australian major city! Once the fog lifts we are usually blessed with glorious conditions in which to play football, with maximum temperatures somewhere between 10 and 15 Celsius.
Canberra is a unique destination where city style meets the beauty of the Australian bush. The national capital is under three hours drive from Sydney and less than seven hours from Melbourne. The city provides an eclectic mix of restaurants, wineries, shopping, events, entertainment, galleries, museums, world-class monuments and attractions - all within easy reach of accommodation. With a wealth of hidden surprises at every turn, you'll want to linger and enjoy what the A.C.T. region has to offer. There is so much to see and do. There simply isn't enough space to include the full list of major attractions situated in Canberra. Our national attractions are bursting with exhibitions, interactive displays, and entertainment - highlighting Australia's art, culture, science, history, sport and unique lifestyle. For example, you may want to see the awesome Lancaster Bomber, G for George, at the Australian War Memorial, meet a cheetah or have a bear lick honey off your hands at the National Zoo and Aquarium, or test your skills and fitness in the interactive Sportex exhibition at the Australian Institute of Sport. The choice is endless! Canberra's restaurants are smart yet casual, and the selection reflects the national capital's cultural diversity. There are four main restaurant precincts - Civic, Kingston, Manuka and Dickson - and also lots of great dining in the suburbs. There are plenty of outdoor activities to enjoy in Canberra's great year-round weather. Hire a bike and ride around Canberra's centerpiece, Lake Burley Griffin, drift over the city in a hot air balloon, or venture to Namadgi National Park to discover fantastic bushwalks with scenic views. Canberra boasts an array of festivals and events including Floriade - Australia's Celebration of Spring, the National Multicultural Festival, Australian Science Festival and Canberra Balloon Fiesta. Put simply, Canberra is for everyone, so we look forward to welcoming you to the national capital soon. For tourist information, visit the Canberra and Region Visitors Centre (CRVC). The centre is located on Northbourne Avenue, the main road into the city, and welcomes over 300,000 visitors a year. The friendly staff can offer a wealth of information on Canberra and the region, while visitors can explore brochures and maps to plan their stay. Canberra and Region Visitors Centre The following are some websites that may be of assistance as you prepare for your trip to Canberra: Details on Canberra
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