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Launceston and the Tamar Valley
offers visitors numerous attractions including
Grindelwald (a re-created Swiss village), Holwell
Gorge, Notley Fern Gorge and Waterbird Haven,
a display of native and exotic birds.
Launceston is Tasmania's second
largest city after Hobart. This major city offers
visitors wonderful shopping and historical buildings,
including excellent examples of early colonial,
Federation and Victorian architecture. Launceston
certainly has a majestic natural beauty with a
ravine cut by the South Esk River into the surrounding
hills. The ravine, or ‘Gorge’, was
gouged out thousands of years ago.
Whilst visiting the Tamar Valley
make sure you take a cruises along the Tamar River.
Cruises run daily from Launceston and are an ideal
way to experience the stunning scenery and unique
wildlife of the Tamar River.
Beaconsfield
Beaconsfield , (now known internationally after
2 miners were rescued after 2 weeks trapped a
kilometre below the surface) was once the site
of Tasmania's largest gold mine, and many impressive
ruins still dominate the town. Gold was first
discovered in Beaconsfield in 1869 and it wasn't
long before more than 50 gold mining companies
were working the gold fields. Visit the famous
Grubb Shaft, to get an insight of the history
of mining in the district. The Grubb Shaft was
once part of the old Tasmania Mine.
Blackwood Creek
Blackwood Creek is a delightful, small, farming
settlement in the hills that fringe the Great
Western Tiers, about 20 kms west of Cressy. Blackwood
Creek Holiday Accommodation and tourism information
Deviot
Deviot lies half an hour north of Launceston in
the middle of the Tamar Valley. Deviot is the
ideal destination for the wine lover. Follow the
wine route and try the local wines including Pinot
Noir, Chardonnay and Cabernet Sauvignon. Deviot
Holiday Accommodation and tourism information
George Town
Located on the eastern side of the river is George
Town. George Town is home to some very attractive
Georgian buildings, an Old Watch House, and St
Mary Magdalen Anglican Church.
Greens Beach
Enjoy local gourmet produce and fresh seafood,
explore the walking trails in the Narawntapu National
Park or relax with a round of golf at the Greens
Beach 9-hole course located just across the road
from the beach. Greens
Beach Holiday Accommodation and tourism information
Lilydale
Located an easy half day round trip from Launceston
is the Lilydale area. Known for its Country Gardens
lilydale offers visitors attractions such as the
Walker Rhododendron Reserve (a 40 hectare park
of flowering shrubs and exotic plants), The Hollybank
Reserve (planted with rows of English Ash trees,
once intended as timber for a local tennis racquet
factory). Today The Hollybank Reserve is a haven
for native and European vegetation.
Low Head
Low Head is famous for its numerous navigational
lead lights and aids for ships. Many of the lights
date back to the 1880's. Also make sure you visit
the Pilot Station and Maritime Museum.
Riverside
Riverside's proximity to Launceston makes it an
ideal short break destination. Or stay for a longer
period and make it the base for exploring local
attractions and the Tamar Valley. Riverside
Holiday Accommodation and tourism information
Launceston is only an hours flight
from Melbourne. Once in Launceston the Tamar Valley
is easily accessed by car. Direct flights are
also available from Sydney, Adelaide and Brisbane.
Launceston is just over an hours drive from Devonport
and 2 hours from Hobart.
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