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  Hobart - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Hobart Town became a city in 1842, and was renamed Hobart in 1875.
Hobart is located on the estuary of the Derwent River in the state's south-east.
Crown Princess Mary of Denmark was born and raised in Taroona, a southern suburb of Hobart.
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 Hobart, Australia   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
The state capital of Tasmania, Australia, Hobart is a city of 191,169 (census 2001) people on the estuary of the Derwent River in the state's south-east.
Hobart is the second-oldest city in Australia (behind Sydney) and was started in 1803 as a penal settlement was started out in Risdon Cove on the eastern shores of the Derwent River.
Hobart's original inhabitants were members of the semi-nomadic Mouheneer tribe but were moved out for the establishment of Hobart Town which started out as a collection of huts and tents.
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 Hobart Tasmania. accommodation, information
Hobart is the capital of Tasmania, the second oldest and most southerly city in Australia, see map.
Hobart is located on the south east of the island of Tasmania, on the banks of the River Derwent and is dominated by Mount Wellington which looms above the city.
Hobart is a popular tourist destination with a good selection of accommodation and with the introduction of the Spirit of Tasmania ferry route from Sydney, Tasmania is now more accessible than ever.
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 AllRefer.com - Hobart, city, Australia, Australia & New Zealand (Australian And New Zealand Political Geography) - ...
Hobart's harbor is one of the finest in the world.
Hobart is the seat of the Univ. of Tasmania (1890) and an important commercial and service center.
The Hobart Theatre Royal (1836) is the oldest major theater in Australia.
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 Hobart, Tasmania, Australia   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
Hobart's western district is dominated by lofty Mount Wellington, and no visit to Hobart is complete without experiencing the stunning vistas from the pinnacle of this rugged mountain.
Hobart has a vibrant arts community with many festivals – Ten Days on the Island is internationally renowned and the Hobart Waterfront and Salamanca Place host the annual week-long Taste of Tasmania at the end of December.
Hobart's dining scene is small but vibrant, with the main dining precincts located at Salamanca Place and the nearby Sullivans Cove area, and North Hobart.
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 ★ Hobart Australia Information Guide
Hobart is the state capital of Tasmania, Australia's island state.
Senior secondary colleges in the Hobart are include Hobart College, at Mt Nelson just south of the city; Elizabeth College, in North Hobart; Rosny College and Claremont College, at Rosny on the eastern shore and Claremont in the northern suburbs respectively.
Hobart is serviced by Hobart International Airport, and the smaller Cambridge Aerodrome (which mainly serves airlines performing local tourist flights).
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 Tour of Tasmania: Hobart
It is the largest city in the state, the population of the Greater Hobart area being approximately 190,000.
Hobart's early life revolved very much around the waterfront, frequented by whalers and colonial traders.
Hobart's newest attraction is the Antarctic Adventure, on Salamanca Place, which has over fifty interactive exhibits dealing with Antarctica and Australia's presence there.
www.tourtasmania.com /content.php?id=hobart   (411 words)

  
 Hobart, Australia
Named after the battery of guns built on the point in 1818, this historic precinct was originally farmland, but by 1850 the area developed into a mariners' village, with shipowners living side by side with sailors and artisans.
The docklands have always been a Hobart focal point, originally used for trade, and are now the heart of the city's festivals and celebrations.
Constitution Dock is the hub of the Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race festivities (first raced in 1945-1946) and is also a venue for the Hobart Summer Festival.
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 Hobart Travel Guide, Tasmania, Hobart City Guide, Hobart holiday - Australia
Tucked between Mt Wellington and the River Derwent 12 miles (20km) upstream of the river mouth, Hobart is the capital of Tasmania, and boasts one of the world's most secure deepwater harbours.
The city is the essence of Australia's only island state and represents the fountainhead of white island settlement.
Like most Australian cities Hobart has plenty of green space; the largest here is the Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens, which are known for English-style plantings and trees, and a Japanese garden dominated by a miniature Mt Fuji.
www.wordtravels.com /Travelguide/Provinces/Tasmania/Regions/Hobart   (926 words)

  
 Hobart and Tasmania's south   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
Hobart, the state capital and largest city in Tasmania, is in the south-east, and is the centre of commerce and industry.
Hobart's many historic buildings, cultural events, and proximity to other regional attractions make it a good starting point to explore the state.
Hobart International Airport is east of the city en route to Richmond, and has direct service to mainland Australian cities.
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 Tasmania Hobart Australia   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
Hobart, population 195 000 was established in 1803 in response to the Governor of New South Waless fear that the French would colonise the island first.
The barracks were established to fight off any seafaring invasions and the early Hobart settlers quickly raised their own militia units in the barracks.
One of the interesting features in Hobart are its street signs - many streets were named after important local figures and the signs have portraits and biographies of them.
www.discoveraustralia.com.au /explore_by_state_tasmania_hobart.html   (449 words)

  
 Hobart Backpacker Hostels | Australian Backpacker Hostels | Itchy Feet
Hobart is located in the south-east corner of Tasmania and nestled alongside the Derwent River.
It is the second oldest city in Australia and has a pretty mixing of colonial architecture with the modern.
Hobart offers several museums including the Maritime Museum of Tasmania, The Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery and the Van Diemen's Land Folk Museum.
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 Hobart Accommodation - Need It Now - Accommodation Hobart, Tasmania
Rydges Hobart hotel is a place where the charm and grace of the old blends with the polish of the new.
Rydges Hobart's heritage-listed buildings and antique suites capture the essence of historic Hobart and provide the perfect base for exploring this city's spectacular sights.
The Hobart Macquarie Motor Inn offers 104 rooms, is located in the city centre and is within walking distance of historic Battery Point and the renowned waterfront area (Salamanca Place).
www.needitnow.com.au /Hobart_accommodation.html   (706 words)

  
 Hobart Hotels :: Accomodation in Hobart :: Lowest Rates Guaranteed!!! by CheaperthanHotels
Hobart travel brochures are available from the travel office, with information such as Hobart maps, Hobart tourist information, Hobart travel agents, Hobart tourist guides and bus, ferry and transport timetables.
Close to the city, and within Hobart’s magnificent and exciting waterfront, Somerset on Salamanca is your ideal residence for a lifestyle of comfort and convenience.
The Mercure Hobart is a recently refurbished four and a half star property and benefits from high levels of guest comfort and services surrounded by contemporary design and Tasmanian art.
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 Hobart Hotels Australia
When visiting Hobart you can stay in the cultural heart of the city, alongside the art and craft galleries, restaurants and waterfront bars as well as cafes.
Shoreline Hotel is conveniently located on Hobart's Eastern Shore with superb views across the Derwent River to Hobart city and Mount Wellington.
Somerset on the Pier is a non-smoking residence and offers you the pleasures of crisp, clean air within the comforts of your residence and opportunities to explore Hobart's natural beauty, charm and heritage from one of Australia's most picturesque ports.
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 Tasmania, Hobart, Australia Tourism   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
Australia One is an innovative and dynamic Inbound Tour Operator with one objective, to create a memorable experience of Australia, New Zealand and soon, The South Pacific Islands.
Friendly and relaxed, Australia’s island state is an ecological and cultural wonderland.
Hobart, Tasmania’s capital with its stunning harbour and historic buildings.
www.australiaone.com.au /travel-locations/australia/tasmania.aspx   (307 words)

  
 Australia Trip: Hobart
Hence for the next destination after the vibrant metropolis Sydney, I am very exciting and looking forward to visit Hobart, hopefully able to experience snow in the winter, as Hobart has the coldest winter among all cities, due to the fact that Tasmania is in the far south of Australia.
Hobart has been rank as one of the most beautiful cities in the world, especially with the establishment under the towering peak of Mount Willington (1270m/ 4165ft).
As Hobart has a deep-water port, it is also home to many fishing related industry and docks, i.e.
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 Hobart Hotels - Discount Hotels in Hobart, Tasmania, Australia
Located right on the waterfront in central Hobart, Hotel Grand Chancellor provides you with the ultimate in accommodation with majestic views over the Derwent River, Mt Wellington and the City.
Situated right in the centre of Hobart, you'll be close to shopping, business and all the attractions this historic city has to offer.
Rydges Hobart is a place where the charm and grace of the old blends with the polish of the new.
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 Falun Dafa Clearwisdom.net
Hobart, the capital city of Tasmania (the southern-most state of Australia or Australia's 'Island State') has a population of approximately 190,000 people and hosts its annual Summer Festival from 28
Hosting the finish of the famous Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race, Hobart's population is estimated to swell to almost double its size.
In July 2001, Australia's Falun Dafa Association was invited by the Hobart City Council and festival organizers of the Hobart Summer Festival to participate in their event.
www.clearwisdom.net /emh/articles/2002/1/4/17433.html   (1252 words)

  
 Crystal Cruises - Port Information
Hobart, premier city of the island-state of Tasmania, is situated between Mount Wellington and the Derwent River.
As Australia's second-oldest capital, it savors the present while revering its past.
With a busy port and thriving commercial center, Hobart is justifiably recognized as one of the world's most beautiful harbor cities.
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 Hobart : Introduction | Frommers.com
Hobart's main features are its wonderful harbor and the colonial cottages that line the narrow lanes of Battery Point.
As in Sydney, Hobart's harbor is the city's focal point, attracting yachts from all over the world.
Hobart, the southernmost Australian state capital, is closer to the Antarctic coast than it is to Perth in Western Australia; navigators, whalers, and explorers have long regarded it as the gateway to the south.
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 Hobart Travel Information | Lonely Planet Destination Guide
Hobart town has a thriving arts and crafts scene and a real sense of history, and for walking, eating and just soaking in the atmosphere it can't be bettered.
Hobart may not be known for its glittering Hollywood lights, but did you know Errol Flynn was born in there in 1909?
Disclaimer: We've tried to make the information on this web site as accurate as possible, but it is provided 'as is' and we accept no responsibility for any loss, injury or inconvenience sustained by anyone resulting from this information.
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 Tennis Tasmania Home Page   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
HOBART, October 9th - National 16's Claycourt Champion, Anna Wishink has continued her winning streak when she defeated Ella Bourchier 6-1; 6-4 to claim a rain-effected 2005 Schweppes Domain Open.
HOBART, October 7th - Entries are now open for Tasmania's biggest junior tournaments of 2006, the Tasmanian Junior Masters and Tasmanian Junior Open.
HOBART, September 20th – Moorilla Estate, one of Tasmania’s premium wineries, has renewed its naming rights sponsorship of the State’s premier tennis event, the Hobart International.
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 Hobart Australia - Hotels - compare prices, reviews and buy at NexTag - Price - Review
Hobart Macquarie has 105 rooms with a combination of family, corporate and group accommodation available.
Situated right in the center of Hobart, you're close to shopping, business and all the attractions this historic city has to...
Quest Waterfront, Hobart, ideally located in the heart of historic Sullivan's Cove is the epitome of a stylish inner city boutique...
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 Hobart hotels and Hobart Australia Accommodation - Hotel.com.au Hotel Reservations
Enter your check in and check out dates in the search box on the left to find available Hobart hotel accommodation or please see the Hobart hotel listing to browse hotels by name, quality, price or location (maps are available for most city areas).
At the southern tip of Australia on one of the world's deepest harbours lies Hobart, the capital of the island of Tasmania.
Hobart enjoys a cool, temperate climate and is the southernmost port for many cruise liners.
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 Book Hobart Hotels with Local Support and Rates
: Rydges Hobart is a hotel where the charm and grace of the old is in harmony with the polish of the new.
The property captures the ambience of historic Hobart and is quietly sophisticated and imbued with a warmth and intimacy that comes only from smaller hotels.
Rygdes Hobart Hotel consists of 63 luxury suites including 44 modern suites and 19 antique suites.
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