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Tasmania
It has been established, through archaeological exploration, that Tasmania was first inhabited between 20000 and 30000 years ago, when the island was still a part of the mainland. It was first sighted by European explorers in 1642. At that time, it was named “Van Diemen’s Land”, in honor of the Governor-General of [...]
Posted on October 5th, 2008 by admin
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The port city of Devonport is known as the gateway to Tasmania as it is also home to the Spirit of Tasmania.
If you are bringing your vehicle over on the car ferry from Port Melbourne you can choose from night or day crossings, which takes roughly 9-10 hours. There is also a service from [...]
Posted on September 28th, 2008 by admin
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Tasmania is one of the best states to visit if you are looking for beautiful walking trails. Combined with a driving holiday you are within a day of most walks, and there is so much to see and do in between. Most of the walks are found in the large expanses of national park found [...]
Posted on August 15th, 2008 by admin
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Many regions of Tasmania entice visitors coming for an Australia vacation.
Hobart and its surrounding areas, with Richmond to the northeast and Kettering to the south, blends heritage and lifestyle, scenery and vibrant culture. The city by the Derwent River and sea offers views of Mount Nelson and Mount Wellington. The suburban [...]
Posted on August 7th, 2008 by admin
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Info about about an island worth going to.
It is a little known fact that Australia’s Island state, Tasmania at latitude 40° South, about 240 km south of the Australian mainland and with a population of less than half a million offers some of the best walking tracks in the world. Australia’s most [...]
Posted on August 7th, 2008 by admin
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Info for all you trekking in Tasmania….
Tasmania is one of the best states to visit if you are looking for beautiful walking trails. Combined with a driving holiday you are within a day of most walks, and there is so much to see and do in between. Most of the walks are found in the [...]
Posted on July 25th, 2008 by admin
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