Tuesday, April 26, 2011

The City Down Under

Brisbane, the third most populous city is dubbed as Australia's New World City. It is the capital and metro city in Queensland where most businesses and tourism activities are concentrated hence you will find Brisbane very lively and friendly.

The name Brisbane is derived from the river from where it sits, the Brisbane River. Hundreds of restaurants, shopping malls, resorts and other business establishments line up on both sides of the river. You will find different kinds of delicacies, from local to international cuisines, treats and recreations that will surely satisfy your distinct taste for pure entertainment.

As tourism performs a key role in Brisbane's economy, you will experience extraordinary fun and excitement on every turn. Some of the most popular tourist sites in Brisbane include the City Botanic Gardens which houses the "Tsuki-yama-chisen" Japanese Garden and the famous Sir Thomas Brisbane Planetarium; Brisbane Forest Park, Roma Street Parkland, South Bank Parklands and Portside Wharf. The Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary which opened in 1927 is also among the most visited attractions in the city.

If you love to bike, Brisbane has more than 27 km of bicycle trails, mostly adjacent to the Brisbane river and the city center. Before, the river was popular among bathers and boat excursionists along the Moreton Bay. Nowadays, fishing and boating are more widespread.

Beyond all these, you will experience more exciting activities in Brisbane, so to get there, book your flight now at Air Fares Flights.

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