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Hobart is situated on the western bank of the Derwent River at the foot of the Mount Wellington. The city of Hobart, Australia was founded by Colonel David Collins in the year 1803. The city started as a small town with a population of 262 but in the year 1842 Hobart gained the status of the city. Hobart, Australia the capital of Tasmania is also the second oldest capital city in Australia. Hobart, the capital city of Tasmania is noted for it amazing location amidst the nature and its small town flavor gives the tourists a reason to fly away from the mundane and bustling city life to this peaceful destination. Hobart is also the financial capital of Tasmania. Hobart in Australia experiences an oceanic climate. Hobart experiences a maximum of 5.9

hours of sunshine. Hobart has a lot to offer to the tourists. While on a Hobart tour, tourists should make it a point to visit the Ridson Cove. The origin of the Ridson Cave is traced back to 190 years. The buildings present in the city reflect the style of the beautiful Georgian and Victorian architecture. The Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens, situated at a distance of 2km from the city centre of Hobart was established in the year 1818 and today thrives as one of the major tourist attractions in Hobart. The magnificent Conservatory which exhibits a floral displays, a tropical glasshouse, a Cactus house, a fuchsia house, a herb garden and various fountains and water features, should also be visited while on a tour to Hobart. Allport Library and Museum of Fine Arts, Old Hobart Town Historical Model Village, Bonorong Wildlife Centre Brighton and Esperance Forest and Heritage Centre are the other important and interesting places of tourist interest in Hobart in Australia. The Hartz Mountains National Park, spread over an area of 8470 hectares with a rugged topography is also an interesting tourist attractions in Hobart.

The Salamanca Place, The Battery Point, Maquarie and houses on the Davey Street which originally were the seamen’s quarter reflect the Victorian architecture. The older buildings of the city with its age old architecture and essence stand as a testimony to the historical background of the city.

The Yatch Race that starts in Sydney ends at Hobart. This Yatch Festival starts after the Christmas Day and people from far and wide come to Hobart to experience the colorful scenario of the Yatch race. For entertainment, Hobart offers a lot to the tourists. The first legal Casino in Australia was opened in Hobart in the year 1973. The Salamanca Place is the place where nightlife is experienced in its full exuberance. The Derwent Entertainment center is the venue where international and national music events are held.

Reaching Hobart is easy with the good transportation system available that connects each part of the city and also other major cities in Australia.

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