Perth - Western Australia


Why Is Perth A Favourite Tourist Destination?

Perth is the capital of Western Australia and it occupies a significant place among the major cities of Australia in terms of its geographical extent and tourist potential. It is surrounded by some of the major rivers of Western Australia like Swan and Canning. At the same time, Perth draws beach revellers at random because of its oceanic clime, estuaries and serene beaches. It offers some of the most entertaining and engaging leisure activities to visitors.

Perth Weather

Perth has weather conditions similar to Mediterranean regions. The winters are chilly but the days receive abundant sunshine and the average temperature is around 16 degree centigrade during normal days.

Sports and fun

Football and cricket are the most popular games of Perth because of its pleasant weather conditions. It has also been the host for several rugby matches. You will also find the locals enthusiastic about netball and hockey. However, as an adventurous tourist you can have fun with river water sports like skiing, wakeboarding, surfing, kiteboarding etc. Perth Motorplex and Barbagallo Raceway are for those who love racing and top speed motor rides.

Musical delight

If you like performance arts, visit Perth Concert Hall that holds most of the plays, opera, ballets and musical shows. You can experience the rich musical culture of this city if you attend the artistic performances in the other theatre halls like Perth Convention Exhibition Centre. Kings Park is unique for its open-sky concerts. Unlike the rest of Australia, Perth displays a very strong local colour in its musical heritage.

Hot tourist spots of Perth

If you want to get a complete overview of the city, make it a point to visit the following:

Northbridge: This is the home to the famous Art Gallery of Western Australia and the most interesting art and craft market is held during the weekends.

Kings Park: The open spaces and familiar surroundings of this park make it a favourite haunt for picnics and family outings.

The Aquarium: This will welcome you with the myriad varieties of Western Australia marine life like turtles, fur seals and sharks.

Perth Observatory: Catch the splendour of the dazzling stars in the various tours of this observatory.

Where to dine in Perth

For a taste of international recipes in the eateries of Perth, come to Balthazar that serves you a European menu. Annalakshmi is for a full-fledged Indian cuisine. If you cannot do without the mouth-watering Beijing Duck, visit Good Fortune Road Duck House. Matsuri is famous for its Japanese fish delicacies.


 
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