Sydney is the largest city in Australia and the capital of New South Wales. It has a population of over 4 million and is known for its multicultural population and iconic landmarks like the Sydney Opera House. Sydney hosts major sporting events and ranks highly on global livability indexes. It has a vibrant cultural scene including many museums, theaters, and nightlife districts.
Australia presentation VPV Hanoi Vietnam 2013WendyAlParisy
This is presentation of Australian from our volunteers Amy, Jane, Clare and Issy. They worked with VPV Hanoi, Vietnam from Dec 2012 to Jan 2013. Thank you and enjoy!
Australia presentation VPV Hanoi Vietnam 2013WendyAlParisy
This is presentation of Australian from our volunteers Amy, Jane, Clare and Issy. They worked with VPV Hanoi, Vietnam from Dec 2012 to Jan 2013. Thank you and enjoy!
Ireland is a beautiful country known for its stunning landscapes, rich history, friendly people, and vibrant culture. There are many things to see and do in Ireland, from exploring ancient castles and ruins to enjoying traditional music sessions in a local pub.
Here are some popular tourist attractions and activities in Ireland:
Dublin: Ireland's capital city is a must-visit for any tourist. Visit the historic Trinity College, home to the Book of Kells, and stroll through the streets of Temple Bar, the city's cultural quarter, with its lively pubs and street performers.
Cliffs of Moher: These spectacular cliffs rise 700 feet above the Atlantic Ocean and are one of Ireland's most popular natural attractions.
Ring of Kerry: This scenic drive takes you through some of Ireland's most stunning landscapes, including mountains, lakes, and coastline.
Killarney National Park: Located in County Kerry, this park is home to beautiful lakes, waterfalls, and hiking trails.
Giant's Causeway: This natural wonder on the north coast of Ireland features thousands of interlocking basalt columns that were formed by volcanic activity.
Irish pubs: No visit to Ireland is complete without a visit to a traditional Irish pub. Enjoy a pint of Guinness and some live music while chatting with friendly locals.
Irish castles: Ireland is home to many historic castles, including the famous Blarney Castle, which is home to the Blarney Stone, said to give the gift of eloquence to those who kiss it.
Gaelic games: Attend a hurling or Gaelic football match, which are two of Ireland's most popular sports.
Traditional music: Ireland is known for its traditional music, which can be enjoyed in pubs and at music festivals throughout the country.
Food and drink: Ireland is home to many delicious dishes, including Irish stew, fish and chips, and soda bread, as well as a wide range of beers, ciders, and whiskeys.
Overall, Ireland is a fantastic destination for anyone interested in history, culture, and natural beauty. With so much to see and do, it's no wonder that tourism is such an important industry in Ireland.
Regards:
Perike Teja
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A brief summary of the most important things to know a bout New Zealand! From a basic overview to a few personal impressions, you will get an idea of NZ life and culture.
10 Top-Rated Tourist Attractions in AustraliaTravel
It’s time to know about 10 Top-Rated Tourist Attractions in Australia: the names are: Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, Sydney Opera House, Great Barrier Reef, Blue Mountains National Park, Sydney Harbour Bridge, Melbourne, Great Ocean Road, Broome and the Kimberley region, Fraser Island. These are the destinations you must visit in Australia.
Ireland is a beautiful country known for its stunning landscapes, rich history, friendly people, and vibrant culture. There are many things to see and do in Ireland, from exploring ancient castles and ruins to enjoying traditional music sessions in a local pub.
Here are some popular tourist attractions and activities in Ireland:
Dublin: Ireland's capital city is a must-visit for any tourist. Visit the historic Trinity College, home to the Book of Kells, and stroll through the streets of Temple Bar, the city's cultural quarter, with its lively pubs and street performers.
Cliffs of Moher: These spectacular cliffs rise 700 feet above the Atlantic Ocean and are one of Ireland's most popular natural attractions.
Ring of Kerry: This scenic drive takes you through some of Ireland's most stunning landscapes, including mountains, lakes, and coastline.
Killarney National Park: Located in County Kerry, this park is home to beautiful lakes, waterfalls, and hiking trails.
Giant's Causeway: This natural wonder on the north coast of Ireland features thousands of interlocking basalt columns that were formed by volcanic activity.
Irish pubs: No visit to Ireland is complete without a visit to a traditional Irish pub. Enjoy a pint of Guinness and some live music while chatting with friendly locals.
Irish castles: Ireland is home to many historic castles, including the famous Blarney Castle, which is home to the Blarney Stone, said to give the gift of eloquence to those who kiss it.
Gaelic games: Attend a hurling or Gaelic football match, which are two of Ireland's most popular sports.
Traditional music: Ireland is known for its traditional music, which can be enjoyed in pubs and at music festivals throughout the country.
Food and drink: Ireland is home to many delicious dishes, including Irish stew, fish and chips, and soda bread, as well as a wide range of beers, ciders, and whiskeys.
Overall, Ireland is a fantastic destination for anyone interested in history, culture, and natural beauty. With so much to see and do, it's no wonder that tourism is such an important industry in Ireland.
Regards:
Perike Teja
tejaperike.ponder@gmail.com
A brief summary of the most important things to know a bout New Zealand! From a basic overview to a few personal impressions, you will get an idea of NZ life and culture.
10 Top-Rated Tourist Attractions in AustraliaTravel
It’s time to know about 10 Top-Rated Tourist Attractions in Australia: the names are: Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, Sydney Opera House, Great Barrier Reef, Blue Mountains National Park, Sydney Harbour Bridge, Melbourne, Great Ocean Road, Broome and the Kimberley region, Fraser Island. These are the destinations you must visit in Australia.
Slide 1 Sydney, Australia
SYDNEY Sydney is the capital city of the Australian state of New South Wales and Australia's largest and oldest city
Sydney was founded as a colony in 1788, but it officially became a city in 1842
Sydney located on Australia's east coast, home of about 4 million people
The people of Sydney are called Sydneysiders
During the 20th century many European immigrants arrived and turned Sydney into a multi-cultural city
Slide 2 Symbol's of city the city
The flag is a horizontal triband of three colors-white, gold and blue.
Sydney has its own official flower - the Banksia ericifolia was officially adopted in 1992 and serving as a symbol of Australia's oldest city.
Slide 3 Summer Olympic Games
In 2000 Sydney was the host of the Olympic Summer Games, More than 10,000 athletes from 199 nations took part in the Sydney Games
Sydney's postcode is 2000, the same number as the year it hosted the Olympics
Slide 4 Barrenjoey Lighthouse
Barrenjoey Lighthouse was built in 1881, today is the security for the boats.
It´s considerated one of the most beautiful lighthouse in the world.
Slide 5 The Sydney Opera House
The world famous Sydney Opera House is a masterpiece of late modern architecture which designed by Danish architect Jorn Utzon hosts a minimum of 3000 shows per year that draw audiences of around 1.2 million people each year
Slide 6 Sydney Harbour Bridge
The Sydney Harbour Bridge is one of the major landmarks of Sydney as first opened in 1932.
The Sydney Harbour Bridge is the world's largest steel bridge, the steel was imported from England
Slide 7 Famous people from Sydney
Hugh Jackman is an Australian actor, singer and producer
Iggy Azalea is an Australian rapper, songwriter, and model
Angus & Julia Stone are a brother-sister folk-blues duo who was formed in Sydney in 2006
AC/DC are an Australian hard rock band
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Let’s travel to Sydney and know amazing facts about the metropolis and its culture; 1. Geographical Importance 2. History of Sydney 3. Diversity of its Culture 4. Exploring through the beauty of Sydney 5. Sydney Opera House 6. Sydney Harbor 7. Museums 8. The Museum of Contemporary Art 9. The Art Gallery of New South Wales 10. Extraordinary Sports life of Sydney
2. Sydney is the largest city in Australia, and the state Capital of New South Walles. Sydney has a metropolitan area population of approximately 4 million and an area of approximately 12,000 square kilometres. Its inhabitants are called Sydneysiders, and Sydney is often called "the Harbour City". It is one of the most multicultural cities in the world, reflected in its role as a major destination for immigrants to Australia. The metropolitan area is surrounded by national parks, and contains many bays, rivers and inlets. Sydney has hosted major international sporting events, including the 1938 British Empire Games, 2000 Summer Olympics and the final of the 2003 Rugby World Cup. The main airport serving Sydney is Sydney Airport. Sydney is considered an alpha+ world city, listed by the Loughborough University group's 2008 inventory and ranked 16th among global cities by Foreign Policy’ s 2008 Global Cities Index. According to the Mercer cost of living survey, Sydney is Australia’s most expensive city, and the 66th most expensive in the world. Sydney also ranks among the top 10 most livable cities in the world according to Mercer Human Resource Consulting and The Economist.
3. Sydney has a wide variety of cultural institutions. Sydney's iconic Opera House has five theatres capable of hosting a range of performance styles; it is the home of Opera Australia—the third busiest opera company in the world, and the Sydney Symphony. Other venues include the Sydney Town Hall, City Recital Hall, the State Theatre, the Theatre Royal, Sydney, the Sydney Theatre and the Wharf Theatre. The Sydney Dance Company under the leadership of Graeme Murphy during the late 20th century has also gained acclaim. The Sydney Theatre Company has a regular roster of local plays, such as noted playwright David Williamson, classics and international playwrights. In 2007, New Theatre (Newtown) celebrated 75 years of continuous production in Sydney. Other important theatre companies in Sydney include Company B and Griffin Theatre Company. From the 1940s through to the 1970s the Sydney Push, a group of authors and political activists whose members included Germaine Greer, influenced the city's cultural life The National Institute of Dramatic Art, based in Kensington, boasts internationally famous alumni such as Mel Gibson, Judy Davis, Baz Luhrmann and Cate Blanchett. Sydney's role in the film industry has increased since the opening of Fox Studios Australia in 1998.
4. Sydney's most popular nightspots include Kings Cross, Oxford Street, Darling Harbour, Circular Quay and The Rocks which all contain various bars, nightclubs and restaurants. Star City Casino, is Sydney's only casino and is situated around Darling Harbour. There are also many traditional pubs, cafes and restaurants in dinner city areas such as Newtown, Balmain and Leichhardt. Sydney's main live music hubs include areas such as Newtown and Annandale, which nurtured acts such as AC/DC, Midnight Oil and INXS. Other popular nightspots tend to be spread throughout the city in areas such as Bondi, Manly, Cronulla and Parramatta. The most important museums in sydney are Australian National Maritime Museum, The Australian Museum, The Powerhouse Museum, The Museum of Sidney and The Museum of Contemporary Art.
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9. Sydney Taronga Zoo : Go behind-the-scenes at Sydney Taronga Zoo for an interactive and close up encounter with Autralian wildlife. Feed a wallaby and take photos with a koala during this intimate small group tour which has a maximum of only eight participants. Led by an experienced zookeeper, you'll learn interesting facts about Australian animals as you meet them face-to-face at Sydney Taronga Zoo.
10. Sydney Harbour Family Pirate : Children as well as the whole family will be entertained throughout this Sydney Harbour pirate cruise and everyone is encouraged to get involved. Pirate and mermaid fancy dress costumes are encouraged and rewarded. Haul on a rope and help set the sails, sing along to the pirates songs, participate in the many games and activities, including a treasure hunt onboard the ship or simply sit back in comfort and style and enjoy the views of Sydney's magnificent harbour.
11. Hotels nearest to airport -Holiday Inn Sydney Airport: . Conveniently positioned, Holiday Inn Sydney Airport is located only minutes from the international and domestic airport terminals providing regular transfers to and from the hotel. Situated in the centre of the local business district, the hotel provides you with easy access to the CBD via the motorway or the 2 minutes walk to the nearby Mascot train station will have you in the city within 10 minutes. -Stamford Plaza Sydney Airport : 130 rooms, open 24 hours and located in the heart of the Airport Precinct. Only 10 minutes walking distance to the Domestic Terminal and train station. 10 minutes drive to International terminal. -Ibis Sydney Airport : Ibis Sydney Airport is located 1 km from the domestic and 3 km from the international airport
12. Banks: ANZ Arab Bank Bank of Cyprus BankWest Citibank Commonwealth HSBC ING Direct National Australia Macquarie Reserve St George Suncorp Metway Westpac
13. Hospitals: -Mater hospital -St vincent’s hospital -Hunters Hill Private Hospital -Colvin Jean Hospital -Royal Prince Alfred Hospital -Balmain Hospital -The Prince of Walles Hospital
14. Dog parks: Sydney has 27 Dog Parks among wich are: Simpson Park, Sydney Park, Booralee Park, Sir Joseph Banks Park (nearest to airport), Enmore Park, Green Bank Park . Regulations -On Lead Dogs must be under the control of a competent person by means of a leash in public areas. - Off Lead Dogs are permitted leash free in designated areas as long as they are under effective control of a competent person. - Pick Up After Your Dog A person in charge of a dog must carry a plastic bag or similar and pick up and properly dispose of all dog faeces.