Visit #Tasmania, #Australia Top 10 tourist attractions in Tasmania - The Island of Inspiration #PortArthur A small town and former convict settlement. One of Australias most significant heritage areas and an open air museum. Located approximately 60 kilometers (37 mi) SE of Hobart. In 1996 it was the scene of the worst mass murder event in post-colonial Australian history. #RoyalTasmanianBotanicalGardens A Botanical garden which cover an area of approximately 14 hectares (34.6 acres). Established in Hobart in 1818 and are located within the Queens Domain. Hold historic plant collections and a large number of significant trees, many dating back to the nineteenth century. #CataractGorge A river gorge in Launceston, approximately 1.5km from the city centre. One of the regions premier tourist attractions. It is found at the lower section of the South Esk River. Features a swimming pool, a chairlift, two cafés, a funicular railway. #CascadesFemaleFactory A former Australian workhouse for female convicts in the penal colony of Van Diemens Land. Located in Hobart. Represent an exceptional example of the forced migration of convicts and an extraordinary example of global developments associated with punishment and reform. #BayofFires A bay on the northeastern coast of Tasmania, extending from Binalong Bay to Eddystone Point. Its name was given in 1773 by Captain Tobias Furneaux in Adventure, who saw the fires of Aboriginal people on the beaches. #MoleCreekKarstNationalPark A national park, located 168 km northwest of Hobart. The only national park in Tasmania created specifically to protect karst land forms. Provide protection for an extensive system of over 300 known caves and sinkholes, including Marakoopa and King Solomons Cave. #ZoodooWildlifePark A wildlife park about 6 kilometers (3.7 mi) from Richmond. Spread over 90 hectares (220 acres). Opened to the public on 2 July 1999 with just a few native animals. Boasts Bengal Tigers, African lions and Zebras among many native and foreign species of animals and birds. #RichmondBridge A heritage listed arch bridge located on the B31 in Richmond, 25 kilometers (15.5 mi) north of Hobart. The oldest bridge still in use in Australia. The foundation stone was laid on December 1823 and construction continued using convict labor until completion in 1825. #SalamancaMarket A street market in Salamanca Place, Hobart. A major tourist attraction in Tasmania, and is held on Saturdays between 8.30am and 3.00pm. Tasmanias most visited tourist venue attracting up to 25,000-40,000 visitors every Saturday. #Tasmanian Wilderness One of the largest conservation areas in Australia, covering 15,800 km². Constitutes one of the last expanses of temperate wilderness in the world. Human remains dating back more than 20,000 years have been found in limestone caves in the area. Visit our Channel for Top Attractions: https://youtube/user/talancuta Please Subscribe to our Channel: https://youtube/subscription_center?add_user=talancuta
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