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The City Of Hobart

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Hobart, the capital of Tasmania, holds two records. One as the Southernmost capital city in Australia the other as the 2nd oldest capital city. The city offers both history in its Georgian buildings and harbour, and modern elements. It is surrounded by Derwent River and Mt. Wellington.

The city began as a town of tents and huts with a population of 262, but was named a city in 1842. Important industries included whaling, shipbuilding and export of corn and wool.

The city is fairly small with the streets laid out in a grid, with the Elizabeth Street Mall being the centre. You'll also find a further shopping area along Elizabeth Street. For history visit the Georgian warehouses along the waterfront and the colony district of Battery Point. The university and casino are further along the river on Sandy Bay. To the north of the city is The Domain, a recreation centre, including the Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens. There is also a bridge crossing to the east and the airport.

Hobart offers tourist accommodation from hostels, hotels, and motels, to campsites and bed and breakfasts. There are a number of places to stay around Hobart, with the most popular being Battery Point, Glebe, New Town, North Hobart, Sandy Bay and West Hobart. Here you will find campsites, hotels and motels with a range of hostels and hotels in the city centre.

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