Friday 28 November 2014

Harbour Bridge, Australia


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Harbour Bridge, Australia
Harbour Bridge is a well known landmark of Sydney, Australia. The architecture made is truly amazing. Because of its arch-based design, the locals usually say it "Coathanger". It was  completed in year 1932 after around 6 years of construction. It carries 8 road lanes, 2 rail tracks, 1 foot way, 1 cycle way. It is world's largest (but not the longest one) steel arch bridge.

So if you are daring enough, you must climb the bridge to get to the top of the structure. Though it may look daunting at first but the staff is really experienced and make each person calm and courage them. This is not for acrophobics. You can also do Pylon climbing, there are lots of stairs to climb so it is not made for faint hearted. After climbing up you will see some great view of the Opera house from the top. You can click some beautiful pics to capture that moment and make it memorable for the rest of your life.
  • Best Time to visit :
Late September to early December and late February to April. On these times, the weather is not so warm and is comfortable for visitors.
  • Entry Fee :
No fee for walking on the bridge but if you want to climb over the bridge then it is a bit expensive. It will cost you around 300$ for this.
  • 10 other places you wouldn't like to miss :
1. Sydney Opera house
2. Bondi Beach
3. Manly sea life sanctuary
4. Royal Botanic Gardens
5. Urban jungle adventure park
6. Queen Victoria building
7. Australian national maritime museum
8. Mrs Macquarie's chair
9. Sydney Tower
10. Wet'n'wild Sydney

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