A trip to Australia's Capital City

Disclaimer: I wrote this post back in March but never got around to posting it. As mentioned previously I have been competing my Psychology Honours degree this year and have been focusing on just that. Now that I have submitted my thesis (YAY!) I'll have more time for activities and hopefully will post more! So to break my silence here is my recount of my day trip to the ACT.



Last week my family and I drove out to Canberra for the day. Seeing as my uncle has a few weeks left in the country, we thought it would be a good idea for him to visit Australia's Capital Territory. We left as early as possible just so we would have plenty of time at the attractions without having to rush anything.

After the 3 hour drive our first stop was the Parliament House. I always loved the exteriors of the historic building. No matter what the season, the grass always looked so green and fresh. Before entering, we had to go through airport like security (so we should). We were greeted by tour guides who handed us maps and let us know of guided tours that were available. Since we wanted to take our time and take photos, we decided to venture the halls on our own. The pristine marble staircase that lead us to the many rooms is something that I've always wanted in my own house (a girl can dream). Every section had a story to tell, helping Australia become what it is today. From paintings to sculptures to even hand written letters by former prime ministers, I appreciated the attention to detail. Each of the clocks throughout the Parliament House are also in sync down the the second! Entry is free, so it's definitely a good stop to start with on your trip to Canberra.

Our next stop for the day was Cockington Green Gardens.  The gardens are filled with miniature sculptures of famous attractions from around the world. I remember loving going here as a little kid because it felt like I was in my own fairytale with the whimsical feel that was in the air. They've added a few more interactive features throughout the gardens which are fun for both children and adults. A playground is also provided for children to play in, while parents and caregivers can relax in the cute cottage cafe. To end the visit, why not ride the mini steam train back around the entire attraction, where you'll pass gnomes and other adorable characters, as well as plenty of bonsai trees. Entry fees and additional information about Cockington Green Gardens can be found here!

For those who are coming from overseas this may be a good place to start your Australian adventure, by seeing how this nation came together. Also, during the later part of the year, Canberra hosts a massive Floriade Festival which attracts people from all over the country. I recommend going, purely for the lovely photos you'll able to capture.



Until next time,

Julia xx