Cowra, Agricultural center in Central West New South Wales, Australia
Cowra is a rural center in Central West New South Wales, located along the Lachlan River where the Mid-Western and Olympic Highways intersect. The town sits at around 310 meters elevation and spreads across agricultural land west of Sydney.
The town became known during World War II when it housed a prisoner of war camp holding Japanese soldiers. A mass escape attempt in August 1944 left a lasting mark on the place's history.
The Japanese Garden shapes the town's character with traditional design elements and carefully arranged plants that guide visitors through different sections. It serves as a gathering place where people walk and experience the calm spirit of Japanese garden culture.
The town is easy to explore on foot, with the Visitor Information Centre serving as a central point for advice and guidance. Most sites like gardens and cemeteries are open year-round and require no special preparation.
The town holds the only Japanese war cemetery outside Japan, honoring soldiers who fell there. This cemetery draws visitors from Japan and around the world who wish to explore this history.
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