Attractions in Aurstralia

The most popular attractions in Australia fall into the categories of history, landmarks, natural history and culture. The country has an abundance of all these aspects and at travelsydney.co.uk the list of attractions is extensive. The modern day sights would include the Sydney Opera House and the Sydney Harbour Bridge.

In contrast to these modern day landmarks many are keen to see the old prison where the outlaw Ned Kelley was hung. This is on St Philips Island near Melbourne. Beaches feature strongly with some really great seaside attractions in Australia. Probably the most famous is Bondi beach outside Sydney but all around the coastline and in particular the Gold Coast there are fantastic places to enjoy the surf and the sand.

Byron Bay is another favourite for lovers of the sea creatures such as dolphins. This resort is on the north eastern coast of New South Wales. Inland the most famous place is Alice Springs and the Ayres Rock. The glowing red rock is another major landmark and a symbol of Australia.

Over the years more recognition has been given to the Aboriginal culture with art and music featuring in galleries all over the country. This unique aspect of the country has led to a far greater respect for Aboriginal people. For the sports enthusiast there is nowhere better than this sports mad country.

The out door activities include surfing, swimming, mountaineering, biking and trekking. Organised sport covers just about everything available with visitors packing into the many arenas for tennis, Australian football, soccer, rugby, and cricket. The website travelsydney.co.uk has details of all the attractions in Australia.