Australia - Bruce Elder

This guide is tailor-made for visitors wanting to experience the best that Australia has to offer in a limited time period. Written with the first-time visitor in mind by an author who has an intimate knowledge of the country, this travel guide recommends only the really worthwhile sights and places of interest to visit; and suggests enjoyable excursions from major centres and the best ways to travel around.;A short introduction profiles Australia's history, people, places and wildlife, government and economy. This is followed by descriptions of what to see and do in the popular tourist regions: the city of Sydney, with its world famous landmarks, the Opera House, Harbour Bridge and Bondi Beach; the tropical Daintree rainforest in north Queensland; Kakadu, the country's largest national park; the monolith Ayers Rock; the cooler Hobart, capital of Tasmania; and all the state capitals, including Canberra, the national capital.;The text is packed with travel tips, useful information panels and colour photographs, maps and climate charts which will enable visitors to make the most of the time available.