Melbourne is the second largest city of Australia. Melbourne is the city of shoppers because of its numerous and exciting range of shops, malls and boutiques. Melbourne is also a popular destination for the fashion fraternity and lovers of fine art.
Melbourne is a beautifully planned city. There are numerous places interest such as the National Gallery of Victoria, the Victorian Arts Centre and the Myer Music Bowl which will surely please art lovers. History buffs must visit the Captain Cook's cottage in Fitzroy Gardens, Ripponlea near St Kilda and the Old Melbourne Gaol. Some of the other major attractions include St Paul's Cathedral and the Rialto Towers observation deck on the 55th floor.
A number of ethnic groups reside in Melbourne and results in a mixed and a cosmopolitan culture. There is something happening in Melbourne all the time such as fiestas, fetes and festivals not to mention art exhibitions, sporting events and the cuisine.
Melbourne is a great destination to enjoy different kinds of sports. Melbourne hosts a number of sporting events in the world such as the Australian Motorsports Grand Prix, Australian Open Tennis Championships, Australian Football League and cricket.
There are numerous up market restaurants in the city that serve various types of cuisine and boutique wineries. There are a number of colourful cafes in Melbourne where you can walk in for a quick bite.
For more information on Melbourne, try the following links
Accommodation in Melbourne
Tourist Attractions in Melbourne
Things to Do in Melbourne
Getting to Melbourne
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