Rockhampton, Regional center in Queensland, Australia
Description
Rockhampton sits along the banks of the Fitzroy River and shows buildings from the Victorian era along with wide streets laid out in a grid like Melbourne. The downtown area combines old commercial buildings with shops and cafés along shaded footpaths.
History
The discovery of gold at Canoona in 1859 brought an influx of settlers and transformed the city from a pastoral settlement into a growing center. Over the following decades, many public buildings and commercial premises emerged that still shape the cityscape today.
Culture
The Darumbal maintain their connection to this area and their language has shaped the region where the city now stands. Visitors can notice traces of this connection to the landscape at various locations.
Practical
The city has an airport and a railway station that provide connections to larger Australian cities. Visitors find the downtown area easy to explore on foot, while a rental car helps for trips into the surrounding region.
Did you know?
The art museum here holds one of the largest regional collections in the country and displays works in extensive gallery spaces. Many travelers do not know this collection includes pieces by major Australian artists usually seen only in larger cities.
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