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Travel Guide Darwin

Darwin

Darwin is the capital of the Northern Territory in Australia. The location is strategic because the city is flanked by Frances Bay on the east and Cullen Bay on the west. Because it is quite close to the Southeast Asian region, the city has an important role as the gateway to Asia. The atmosphere in the city is also enjoyable. There are many festivals and exciting attractions this city offers. You can enjoy one of them.

Tourist info

Things to see

There are many festivals that adorn the city's atmosphere, every July 1st there will be Territory Day held each year where you can see lots of fireworks. This celebration is usually held at Mindil Beach. There is also Speargrass Festival held during the full moon on the first week in July each year. There are many unique attractions that you can see in this celebration. You also can visit the Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory where there are a lot of Aboriginal art collection owned by the museum. Or visit Bicentennial Park, a park that is suitable for you who want to spend the afternoon atmosphere while enjoying the beautiful view of the sunset.

Things to do

Lake Alexander is one of the popular places for people here. This place is often used for picnics while barbecue party by the surrounding community. In addition you can also swim or play volleyball here. Other popular attractions are the Mindil Beach. Surrounding community also like to have vacation to the beach. Well for those of you who like to shop, there are a few places you can go shopping. Among them are the Mindil Beach Sunset Markets. You can visit this market while enjoying the sunset. While Nightcliff Market is a night market that offers some of the local products that might lure you to buy it.

Things to eat

One of the dishes that you can taste in this city is the Beef Journey dishes made a major slices of beef cooked with fried first and then sautéed with vegetables in addition to a thick sauce. Enjoy Deep Fried Mozzarella is also popular in the city. This food is made from deep-fried mozzarella cheese after previously wrapped with flour first and served with a special sauce and salad addition. One more food that is tempting Seafood Salad Cream where the main ingredients of these foods are shrimp, fish, squid and avocado and yellow pepper sauce served with compelling.

Getting to Darwin

Flying to Darwin: Darwin is served by Darwin International Airport. Darwin International Airport is located about 8 km northeast from Darwin. A taxi into the city from Darwin International Airport would cost AUD 25.00. Read more about Darwin International Airport or look for flights to Darwin