Canberra, Australia’s Capital--Architecture, Art, And Animals
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Canberra, Australia’s capital, was specially created to house and support the Federal Government, and is laid out around an artificial lake. Parliament House is a must-see, with its signature flagstaff and impressive architecture. Just down the hill is the gracious 1920s architecture of Old Parliament House, now an interesting museum. Between the two is the Aboriginal Tent Embassy, set up in 1972 to draw attention to land rights claims. Nearby find the High Court and the National Art Gallery. Visit Cockington Green, a stunningly detailed world of miniatures, and join the Zoo keepers for a Zooventure, where YOU get to feed the animals!
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Tips in this Tour:
 | The Zooquarium runs very special tours in which you can play with a cheetah, or feed lions and tigers and bears - oh my! - in the company of a keeper. You’ll need to book a tour in advance, and plan the rest of your day around it. |
| Take two days to cover the ground if you like to linger over exhibits and take it all in slowly, especially if you want to spend much time at the Art Gallery. |
| Remember the Australian sun is strong--use sunscreen, wear a hat, and take something to cover your shoulders. |
| Canberra can be cold--it’s at the foot of the Snowy Mountains, Australia’s premiere ski destination. Unless it’s summer, take a jumper or jacket. |
| Working Canberra centers on the business of government and the diplomatic corps. As a result it’s a little more formal than other Australian cities, so keep that in mind if visiting an up-market restaurant. |
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| Transportation: | By Car |
| Specialty: | City/Town |
| Category: | Guided Tour - play before & while you tour |
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| Added: | 06/20/2009 |
| Duration: | 30 min |
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Chapters in this tour:
Australia's Capital City
History, Arts, & Law
Parliament House
Old Parliament House
Cockington Green & Area
Zooquarium Zooventure
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Provider: Angela Cockburn
Angela Cockburn is a busy professional actor/writer who loves to travel. She has visited twenty-six countries at last count, but there may be one or two she's forgotten! English by birth, Angela now lives in Australia and loves its proximity to the exotic East. This lady just won't stop exploring, so more tours are coming our way.
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