What is the Capital of Australia?
Canberra is the capital of Australia. Canberra became the capital city of Australia in October 1908.
Myth: Was Sydney or Melbourne the capital of Australia?
No, Sydney and Melbourne were not the capital of Australia.
Some people outside of Australia might think Sydney is the capital as it’s the biggest city in Australia and it has many landmarks such as the Sydney Opera House, although Sydney has never been the capital of Australia.
Canberra was chosen as the Australia’s capital in 1908 as a compromise between rival cities, Sydney and Melbourne.
Where is Canberra located?
Canberra is located in the Australian Capital Territory which is about 150 mils from Sydney.
How big is Canberra?
Canberra is a small city that covers an area of 814.2 km2 with a population of 433,750 in 2022 according to the official website.
What is Canberra famous for? (Other than being the capital city)
Although Canberra is not a big city like Sydney or Melbourne, it has plenty of things you can do and experience such as the national museum and galleries, the Australian National Botanic Gardens, and the Australia’s iconic Australian Parliament House. If you are planning to visit the Australian Parliament House, don’t forget to book your tour in advance.
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