Australia is a very vast country and there is no doubt that you need several trips to it to discover its beautiful cities and regions, which suit all tastes during travel. Today we will stop in Launceston, which is located in the state of Tasmania, and we will get to know the most prominent tourist attractions in Launceston.
Launceston is one of the oldest cities in Australia and the second largest city in the state and a vibrant center where you will discover many cultural and natural attractions and delicious food. In fact, the entire region is characterized by charm, beautiful old towns and so on …
The city has many distinct natural parks, the most prominent of which is Catarcat Gorge, which is considered one of the wilderness in the heart of civic life and serves as the star of the region. The park is a place loved by locals and residents, and visitors can enjoy walking there and get unique sights with the river in there. It is also possible to visit an air crane that is one of the longest in the world and the Bridge of Kings. There is also a café to relax in the charming nature of the south of the park, while a Victorian garden fascinates visitors in the north.
As for “City Park” in a distinctive park that is characterized by the presence of many landmarks that attract visitors, it is in addition to being home to unique plants and walking paths passing through the “Jubilee Fountain”, duck pond, and a children’s play area. Also in the park is the “City Park Radio” museum, which is located inside an old heritage house. Many art and opposition activities are held in the park, and it has become a cultural center of excellence.
For those interested in wildlife, we recommend that you visit Narawntapu National Park, which offers many opportunities to see a unique collection of Australian animals.
Among the most prominent tourist attractions in Launceston also are the large group of art galleries, museums and design studios, especially the Queen Victoria Museum and Gallery, which is one of the largest galleries in Australia and includes a large collection of important holdings in relation to the country’s history. Periodical exhibitions of local and international artists are also held. On the dome offers interactive shows. For art lovers, we also advise you to visit the art gallery located on Wellington Street, in a historic building dating back to the 19th century. Various exhibitions that summarize the artistic scene in the city, in addition to historical pictures and prominent decorative paintings will be held in the exhibition.
What Launceston is famous for is the buildings that date back to the colonial and Victorian period, most of which have been restored. If you want to discover these important cultural buildings, choose one of several paths that introduce you to historical buildings, cathedrals, the city’s classic government base, and others.
For a different experience, head to Tamar Island, which is just minutes away from Launceston, and is a haven for nature lovers and photographers looking for wonderful natural scenes, especially the lakes in which swans, ducks and other creatures live in this natural system.
A scene from Launceston
From Catarcat Gorge
From Tamar Island
From the center of Launceston
Launceston
City Park Entrance
Excursion in Catarcat Gorge
City Park
Historic buildings in Luciston
Queen Victoria Museum and Gallery
Tamar Island
