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| Useful Tips |
| Scenic drives - by Jago from Vancouver |
| What an absolutely beautiful place! We drive from Hobart to Launceton which is located at the junction of 3 rivers and several picturesque bridges cross the rivers which make driving here such a treat. |
| Launceston Overview |
| Gold was discovered in the area in 1852 and tin ore deposits in 1871 which made for the rapid exploration of this region. Relics of this area can still be seen around Launceston, the largest city in this north-east region of Tasmania.The area around Launceston is known for its fertile land and quality timber, with crops like poppies and hops and adequate grazing land in plentiful supply. Launceston is situated on the Tamar river and is known for its beautiful parks and gardens. |
| Launceston Essentials |
Queen Victoria Museum and Art Gallery - Find Australia's largest provincial collection of Colonial art, a display of its vast mineral wealth and distinctive flora and fauna including the elusive Tasmanian Tiger and a complete Chinese joss house from the tin mining days of the 1890's.
Cataract Gorge Reserve - Launceston's own piece of wilderness, just 15 mins. walk from the city centre, where you will find walking and hiking trails, the world's longest single span chairlift, lookouts, gardens, peacocks, abseiling and rock climbing and an Interpretation centre.
Penny Royal world - A reproduction of a 19th century gunpowder mill with boat rides and canon firing. There is also a cornmill and windmill museum and a tradtional Gourlays lolly factory.
Launceston Walking Tours - Walks around historic churches and inns of the city capturing the history, colour and character of the past and imparting an understanding of the architecture, for which Launceston is famous.
Tamar River cruises - An open plan layout allows free movement and access to the open air decks on board the vessel that cruises on the river and lets you fully enjoy the scenic wonder of the river as well as having a commentary about the history and wildlife of the Tamar river. |
| Launceston Calendar - Pick of the Year's Events |
It's about Us - Celebrating 200 years of Launceston in 2006 with a host of events and projects designed to reflect on the people, place in the nation and the development of Launceston.
Evandale market - Popular, weekly country market offering over a 100 stalls selling a wide variety of goods, fresh produce, crafts, antiques, plants and bric-abrac. Held every Sunday from 8am - 2pm.
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