Travel To Sydney Australia and visit the Sydney Opera House
Sydney is one of the most stunning cities in the world.
It is the oldest European settlement in Australia and is a city set against the imposing back drop of the Blue Mountains, on the world's largest natural harbour. Sydney boasts a fabulous coastline, with beautiful beaches, national parks on the outskirts, and is a vibrant city full of life and energy.
Sydney is party to a thriving nightlife, excellent museums and attractions that are centrally located, and great local wine. It is an amazing place to visit and experience life in the heart of Australia's largest city.
You can experience the thrill of climbing the majestic harbour bridge, enjoy world famous beaches up and down the coastline, and be overwhelmed by the splendour of the Blue Mountains lookouts and walks.
Sydney is great to visit at any time of year but visitors should be aware that in winter it can get quite cold dropping to just above freezing at the height of winter. The city itself does not usually reach these temperatures but the outer suburbs can do and the Blue Mountains definitely do.
In summer temperatures can range into the high thirties and the beaches are the busiest places in the city. Sydney is a place for all travelers, whether on a backpackers budget to the five star traveler. The city center itself is compact and full of things to see and do, while the outer suburbs stretch up to 50 kilometers away. Train, ferry, bus and foot are ideal ways to get around within the city, as traffic is usually very heavy. There is a good railway service as well as a monorail in the city and Darling Harbour.
The range of culture, natural beauty and a thriving city make visiting Sydney a must for those traveling to Australia.
Sydney Opera House
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.
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Sydney Aquarium
Located on the eastern side of Darling Harbor, the Sydney Aquarium displays more than 650 species in a unique setting. Even discounting the extraordinary views outside, the more than 6,000 individuals aquatic creatures are housed in unusual style. Many are visible through the walls of large glass tunnels and some of the tunnels even have glass floors.
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Taronga Zoo
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.
Sydney Harbour Bridge
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.
