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January 26, 1788. The first British settlers arrive in Australia, on the western side of Circular Quay in Sydney. They arrive at an area now known as ‘The Rocks’. Read the rest of this entry »

Whether your taste runs to the modernist or whether you prefer classical, Sydney’s Historic Houses Trust has a sample that will enlighten and entertain. Read the rest of this entry »

The Sydney Harbor (technically, Port Jackson) offers a number of stunning views. But how much more delightful to see them from a different angle on the water, while moving at top speed in a jet boat, or cruising along on a sailboat. Read the rest of this entry »

Officially known as Port Jackson, Sydney Harbor reaches 20km (12mi) inland, where it joins the mouth of the Parramatta River. But on the ocean side of the harbor is a much more interesting sight: the Sydney Harbor Bridge. Read the rest of this entry »

As the natives say, the ANMM is chock-a-block full of things to see and do, all relating to Australia’s relationship with the sea. The contents are no big surprise, considering that 90% of the descendants of European ancestry that settled this island live within about 60km of the shore. Read the rest of this entry »

Established in 1827, the Australian Museum was the country’s first major collection of natural artifacts. First opened to the public in 1857, the Australian Museum is Sydney’s premier offering in the arena of Natural History. Read the rest of this entry »

The gallery is as individual as the country of Australia itself. Housing every style from 16th century landscape to the latest fad-with-no-name, this Sydney museum offers something for every taste. Read the rest of this entry »

The Taronga Zoo in Sydney, Australia has a long and glorious history. Set on over 50 acres since the turn of the 20th century, the Zoo looks out over the magnificent harbor. Views of the old bridge and the new Opera House dazzle the eye, along with the green hills and blue sky. Read the rest of this entry »

A part of Sydney for over 125 years, the Powerhouse Museum has housed science and technology exhibits at the present site since 1988. Read the rest of this entry »

Located on the eastern side of Darling Harbor, the Sydney Aquarium displays more than 650 species in a unique setting. Read the rest of this entry »

Like many large public projects, the building of the Sydney Opera House was bathed in controversy. But the final result is nonetheless breathtaking. While the interior has many flaws, such as the stage being blocked from portions of the seating area, inside and out it’s an architectural marvel. Read the rest of this entry »

Just a short walk from Sydney’s world-famous opera house is the equally impressive, and much older, Royal Botanic Gardens. Read the rest of this entry »

The oldest astronomical center in Australia, the Sydney Observatory has a long and glorious history of scientific endeavors. Now converted to a museum and educational facility, it’s officially part of the Powerhouse science museum complex. Read the rest of this entry »