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The Rocks

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  Shopping at The Rocks I was on the Rocks official website looking ahead to what to do next with my daythere and found information that I think I should share. First and foremost, the old adage is true: when visiting the renowned flea markets, take into account that they are not open during the week. They are not yet open on weekdays for now. Only open weekends, Saturday and Sunday from 10 am to 5 pm, so wait till weekend to check out all the stalls. It's actually pretty simple to get there. The “Getting Here” section recommends the bus as the best way to transfer to Circular Quay. From there, it’s merely a brief stroll to the center of the old town, so you really can’t lose your way. Among all the places recommended, the store I am most drawn to is Sticky. I’ve been told they hand-make candy in front of customers, and honestly, that process seems really neat. I’m a huge fan of desserts so that is definitely the first place I will hit up. The entire place has that old school feel ...

Darling harbour

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  Darling harbour 🤩 I have been looking at the official Darling harbour website and there really is so much to do there. You can do everything from visit mega-museums to simply relax on the water or catch fireworks on Saturdays. It's one of these places where you are never bored because there is always a new gig, or a great eating spot with friends.  If You ask me for the most exciting thing,It will be looking at the sharks in the Aapiriaum. Strolling through those glass tunnels as massive grey nurse sharks swim directly over your head is pretty wild. It’s the most "adrenaline" thing you can do in the area without actually getting in the ocean yourself. The one I really enjoyed the most was the Shark Dive Xtreme because, let’s be honest, who doesn’t want to say they swam with sharks? I love it because it is not just looking at a tank, it’s a full-on experience that will remember forever. It’s a little on the expensive side but well worth it if you want to do something di...

Hyde Park Sydney Thinking Routine

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  Hyde Park Sydney Thinking Routine When I look at this photo, I see a gigantic chessboard laid out outside under beautiful giant trees. It is beautiful to see how some of them are fosused on the game while some other seem to be distracted and enjoying the fresh air. I find these places lovely because the help you disconecting and escaping the noise of the city. I’m guessing these are the kinds of people that visit this place possibly daily. There appears to be a core of players who will meet to play their strategies. Other than giant chess, parks like this one are best used for all kinds of things: have a picnic, read a book, do yoga or just watch the crowd. It’s a place for a little bit of everything, so if you want to get your heart racing or just lose yourself in the quiet, there’s something for you. There are also nice green spaces were I live, I would like to have something similar to hyde park in my city, but i havent. When I am with my friends we usually go to a park full...

Look, there’s a koala over there!

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  Look, there’s a koala over there! I browsed the Taronga Zoo Sydney website and all its so calledvarious sections to learn more about purchasing tickets, staying at the hotel and engaging in fun activities. I was interested in what the zoo has to offer and what visitors can do there. You’ll find the tickets cheaper if you buy them on line rather than at the gate. A ticket for a teenager costs less if you buy it on the internet rather than at the zoo. If eight teens buy their tickets on line that’s a saving of about $25, which can still buy a lot of food. If you are going to the zoo with friends it’s just easier and cheaper if you can spend the night. You can also have more fun and the visit might be more memorable. The Wildlife Retreat is where you can stay on the zoo. It's got cozy accommodations, a full breakfast, and guided tours. You can also join the Roar and Snore party, camping out in tents and taking night tours, you can spot animals at night and eat. The tour is designe...

art gallery

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  A UNIQUE PIECE OF ART An art gallery is a room or building where visual art is displayed for viewing. “They show you people and places can be portrayed in artistic ways.” The University of South Wales Art Collection is a unique collection, which offers a variety of art forms. It's like a museum and a gallery combined into one, and it features incredible art which is also important for the people who live there. Evans is principally known for large-scale sculptures constructed from found objects and materials. His work is informed by his fascination of the history and identity of South Wales and the objects he creates using found materials are unique and personal works. Evans' art was deeply influenced by his family mining past in South Wales, which his grandfather and uncles originated from. The sculpture, named Untitled Large Sculpture, was displayed at the Civic Centre] in Cardiff in the summer of 1972 as a part of project public art. It was made by the shapes of tools and ...

Common wealth

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Common wealth India stands out when you look at the Commonwealth website, with its huge history and all those different cultures mixing together. It got independent from Britain back in 1947, on August 15th I think, after years of being under someone elses control. That day kicked off its own government, and right away it joined the Commonwealth too. So even as a new country, it stayed connected to places that were once British colonies, which let it team up on stuff and keep relations smooth. The variations and options in Indian culture are a lot when you consider the amount of languages and religions are crammed into one country. It clings to ancient things like the Taj Mahal, the enormous tomb constructed for love, or something like that, and it’s still there, beautiful. India seems to manage this combination of ancient traditions and rapid change without losing its way, although occasionally it all seems a little too difficult to manage. Sports are very important, for example, cric...

Sydney Opera House Tour

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 Sydney Opera House tour Nothing beats seeing the Sydney Opera House. This structure is globally known and facilitates recognition. It has a sail-like roof which you can spot from afar when heading to the harbour. You can reach the site in no time: buses, trains and ferries stop nearby. As there is an insider program the visit for locals is also an interesting option. It is usually recommended to buy a guided tour in order to have a better experience. Tours cost around AUD $43 for adults and less for kids or families. Visitors can view the building’s interior and learn of its design.Te construction of this building took almost 15 years. Moreover, due to its unique design and cultural significance, it was listed as a World Heritage globally in 2007 by UNESCO. Productions include Singing and Acting Plays, Orchestral Music and Contemporary Music. The cost of the tickets depend on the show you want to enjoy but they usually varies between 20$ and 100$. I just really wanna go to a show ...