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Gondwana Rainforests of Australia
From the series “Famous Unesco Sites in Australia”
The rainforests of the east coast of Australia represent a grand natural landmark. They occupy a vast area that embraces about 50 nature reserves. Those are the most extensive subtropical forests in the world. The total area reaches about 370 thousand hectares. The main value of the rainforest is a unique cluster of ancient vegetation and numerous geological formations with long history. During a walk through the woods, you can see plants that were on the earth in the time of dinosaurs, as well as look for volcanoes and canyons formed in prehistoric times. You can enjoy the picturesque rivers and waterfalls. The forests are inhabited by rare species of mammals and birds that also make the place a valuable object of world importance. There, you can see plants that can be found nowhere … Read all
Sydney Opera House
From the series “Famous Unesco Sites in Australia”
Among the most recognizable architectural landmarks of the world, a special place is occupied by the Sydney Opera House. It has long been an important symbol of not only Sydney, but the Australian continent as a whole. The building features remarkable sail-like shells that form a roof. They make the musical theater differ from other constructions in the world. The theater is located in Sydney harbor. Earlier, there was a tram depot, and before that - the fort and a number of fortifications. Construction of the unique building begun in 1959; it was completed only in 1973. During this time, only on rough estimates, over one hundred million Australian dollars were spent for the construction of the building. Today, the unique building is considered to be a shining example of the … Read all
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Preferred to Open 9 New Hotels in 2022
In September 2022, the Sommerro hotel in Oslo will start operating in a carefully restored 1930s Art Deco building. This building is a true landmark of Frogner, a historic neighborhood of the Norwegian capital. A multi-million-dollar renovation carefully turned the largest preservation project in Norway into a modern hotel with 231 rooms, including 56 residences. Preferred will open five more hotels in 2022, namely, The Wall Street Hotel in New York, Amrit Ocean Resort & Residences on Singer Island (Florida, the US), TOA Hotel & Spa in Zanzibar, Pendry hotel in Washington, and Pendry Park City hotel in Utah.
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27.04.2024
In September 2022, the Sommerro hotel in Oslo will start operating in a carefully restored 1930s Art Deco building. This building is a true landmark of Frogner, a historic neighborhood of the Norwegian capital. A multi-million-dollar renovation carefully turned the largest preservation project in Norway into a modern hotel with 231 rooms, including 56 residences. Preferred will open five more hotels in 2022, namely, The Wall Street Hotel in New York, Amrit Ocean Resort & Residences on Singer Island (Florida, the US), TOA Hotel & Spa in Zanzibar, Pendry hotel in Washington, and Pendry Park City hotel in Utah.
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27.04.2024
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Cuisine and restaurants of Australia
Sydney
Even during a simple walk on the streets of Sydney travelers can try popular food. Vibrant local streets have become home to numerous food carts and open-air cafes that offer the most popular fast food in the region. Here travelers will find various types of sausages that can be roasted on big frying pans or grilled. Vegetables are usually cooked on an open fire. Local street cafes also offer various pastries that are very interesting to try. Budget tourists will find it very exciting to … Read more 
Melbourne
Melbourne is a wonderful city for those who have long dreamed of getting acquainted with classic Australian cuisine. Its formation was influenced by the gastronomic traditions of China, Japan, Malaysia, Greece, and Italy. There are also some very unusual traditional dishes. A great example is Vegemite sauce, the recipe of which was invented in 1923. It is the most popular alternative to classic mustard and is served with a wide variety of dishes. The sauce is based on brewer's yeast, to the … Read more
Brisbane
In the opinion of many people, the traditional Australian cuisine is something absolutely exotic and full of incredible delicacies, such as koala and kangaroo meat. In reality, Brisbane restaurants offer very simple, delicious, and healthy food. Seafood and fish are the basis of the local restaurants’ menus. As a rule, fruits of the sea are grilled and then served with various vegetables. The majority of local desserts contain fruit. However, there is still truly unusual food in the … Read more
Adelaide
It is safe to say that the national cuisine is one of the most diversified and sophisticated. Meat and fish are equally popular in the region. Moreover, there are incredibly many cafes and kiosks that sell fast food in Adelaide. Besides that, there are several large “gastronomic” streets that are nothing but an endless row of cafes and restaurants. Rundle Street and Hutt Street are the liveliest streets of this kind. Melbourne Street is also rich in popular restaurants. Meat dishes make … Read more
Canberra
Many experienced travelers compare the traditional cuisine of Canberra with the classical British one. Indeed, the colonial period in the history of the country made its impact on the cuisine of the country and added many dishes that are popular in the United Kingdom. However, a broad range of seafood has always been the main peculiarity of the national cuisine. Local restaurants always offer traditional meat pie that can contain different types of meat. This pie is made of special flakey dough … Read more
Tasmania
Culinary traditions of distant Britain have been dominating on the Australian island for many years. British restaurants are quite common even these days. With the arrival of migrants from different countries local cuisine has turned into an original combination of culinary traditions, so today you can find restaurants of different traditions on the island. Classical Tasmanian cuisine will impress fans of seafood. Local chefs are adepts in cooking lobster; they also know countless ways to … Read more
