Tasmania
Tasmania or the Apple Isle, has a population of 485 000 people and promotes itself as the Natural State owing to its large, and relatively unspoiled natural environment. 40 per cent of Tasmania is formally in reserves, National Parks and World Heritage Sites. World-renowned National Parks, such as Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair attract bushwalkers, outdoor adventurers and anglers from all over the world.
Tasmania is separated from mainland Australia by the 240 km stretch of Bass Strait, Tasmania is a land apart. It is believed that the island was joined to the mainland until the end of the most recent ice age approximately 10 000 years ago. It offers you the promise of a unique island experience. With a wild and beautiful landscape; a pleasant, calm climate; superb wines and food; a rich history and a relaxed lifestyle, Tasmania has it all. Discover the joys of canoeing on an alpine lake, testing yourself on a cycling holiday, breathing in the fresh mountain air as you hike the rainforest trail, or learning something new about the wines you love. It is the home of rare animals like Thylacines and Tasmanian Devils.
Able Janszoon Tasman discovered an island called Tasmania in 1642. When Tasmania was first founded it was not known as Tasmania it was known as Van Diemen’s Land. Our European heritage dates back to the early 1800s, while Tasmanian Aboriginals first reached here 40,000 years ago.
- Hobart Forecast
- Fri, 30 Jul 2010 07:30:00 GMT -
Friday:
Mostly Cloudy. Cool.
7 - 16
Saturday:
A Few Showers. Mostly Cloudy. Cool.
7 - 14
Sunday:
Passing Showers. Cloudy. Cool.
5 - 11
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Tasmania Destinations
Hobart
Hobart is one of the most attractive places in Australia. Situated on both sides of the River Derwent with the imposing bulk of Mount Wellington dominating the skyline behind the city, it has one of the deepest harbours in Australia and although the port is well past its glory days as a major exporter of fruit and wool the river is still lively with many yachts and other pleasure craft.
Tasman Peninsula
Your visit to Tasmania isn’t complete without spending time on the magnificent Tasman Peninsula region, where past and present come together. Sights include Port Arthur, Tasman National Park and the Tasmanian Devil park.
Launceston
Launceston, the largest city in the North East region, is an enjoyable drive north of Hobart (2 hours along the Heritage Highway through lots of historic towns and villages) or a good place to begin exploring Tasmania.