Blue Mountains are situated 100 kilometers west of Sydney. But then the name of the place is confusing, Blue Mountains are not a range of mountains. Infact they comprise of a series of cliffs that surround a plateau. Most of the area of the Blue Mountains falls under the Greater Blue
Mountains Area World Heritage Site and boast of seven national parks and a conservation reserve. It is a popular tourist destination especially for the inhabitants of Sydney as it offers some relief from the summer heat.
Blue Mountains are a haven for nature lovers and feature a wide spectrum of flora and fauna. You can opt for several activities in the area that include bushwalking, hiking, trekking, canoeing, horse riding, rock climbing and nature walking. The area also comprises of many villages that will allow you to have a slice of the country life.
Some of the major tourist attractions of the area are Leura, Katoomba, Blackheath, Mt. Victoria, Mt. Wilson, Bilpin and Jenolan Caves. Leura is a village that is renowned for its craft stores, art galleries, bookstores, restaurants and cafes. Katoomba is the commercial center of the Blue Mountains boasting of some of the much visited tourist attractions of the region that include Echo Point, Jamieson Valley and the Three Sisters Rock Formation. Blackheath is aother villge of the Blue Mountains that feature some of the popular tourist sites like Rhododendron and Azalea gardens, National Parks and Wildlife Heritage Centre.
Mt. Victoria is famous for its sandstone heritage buildings whereas Mt. Wilson bear witness the colonial past of the region. Bilpin is a village that is renowned for its fruit orchards and also offers some breathtaking glimpses of the countryside. Jenolan Caves is a paradise for wildlife lovers. It features a variety of animal species along with spectacular waterfalls and walking trails.
There are also lodging options in the place, you can avail deluxe as well as budget lodging options in the area. Overall it is an ideal tourist destination boasting of all the features that you need to make your vacation memorable.
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