Ararat, Administrative center in western Victoria, Australia
Description
Ararat is a town and local administrative center in western Victoria. The place serves as the municipal hub for the surrounding rural district, handling local government functions and community services.
History
The town emerged in 1857 during Victoria's gold rush, when Chinese miners found major gold deposits in the area. This early mining activity shaped its development and led to the establishment of a permanent settlement.
Culture
The Djab Wurrung people maintain strong connections to the land, contributing their traditions and knowledge to the regional cultural framework.
Practical
The town is most easily reached via main roads in western Victoria and offers basic facilities and services. Visitors will find local shops, dining options, and accommodations, along with access to the surrounding rural attractions.
Did you know?
Mount Langi Ghiran winery, renewable energy wind farms, and agricultural production form the economic foundation of this Victorian administrative region.
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Aradale Mental Hospital
617 m
J Ward
740 mLangi Ghiran State Park
16.4 km
Ararat Gallery TAMA
229 mMount Ararat
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Gum San Chinese Heritage Centre
926 m
Ararat Court House
527 m
Former Ararat Sub-Treasury and Post Office
477 mAlexandra Gardens
608 mGorrin Woolshed
11.8 km
Pyrenees House
634 mSignal Box A and Signal Posts
451 mHard Hill Mining Site
11.9 km
Ararat Civic Precinct
179 mFormer Ararat Locomotive Depot and Turntable
1.5 kmJ Ward
769 mMontara Wines
2.9 kmAradale Golf Club
1.9 kmPinkey Point Gold History
5.7 kmArarat Gallery TAMA
224 mOne Tree Hill
4.5 kmWater Race Lookout
15.7 kmScenic viewpoint
15.4 kmMount Langi Ghiran Lookout
16.5 kmWar Memorial
162 mPinkey Point Gold Discovery
5.7 kmKing George V
196 mQueen Victoria Fountain
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