 | Sydney Today
Perhaps it is Sydney's allure that makes most people confuse it for the capital of Australia. For those misinformed, take heed that Canberra is the capital city of Australia and Sydney is the capital of New South Wales (one of six Australian States). Yet, do not blush if you were ignorant of this fact, for it can be very easy to be unaware of such tidbits especially when Sydney attracts so much attention for being Australia's cultural and business hub. For instance, Sydney is home to the Australian Stock Exchange and is considered the economic capital of the nation. It also offers chic |
 | Sydney Back Then Yet, such culture and magnificence was not always accredited to Sydney, for it once was a destination for convicted criminals. For instance, interest spurred in Australia after the British explorer James Cook landed in New South Wales in 1770. Soon after, on January 26, 1788, Captain Arthur Phillips founded Sydney Cove in Port Jackson and established a penal colony (a place where convicted criminals are detained). January 26 is now known as Australia Day, which is Australia's national holiday. Sydney began establishing itself as something more than just a convict enclave around the |
 | Marriott Sydney Harbor If location is a priority when it comes to booking your accommodation you can't get any more central |  | Shangri-La
This is Sydney's premier hotel with all rooms offering views to the Harbor. T |
 | Sir Stamford at Circular Quay Formerly known as the Ritz-Carlton, this European-style hotel offers traditional elegance and grande |  | Hilton Sydney The Hilton Sydney is the city's trendiest and most hi-tech hotel. All 577 rooms offer flat screen |
 | Blue Formerly known as W Sydney, this recently acquired hotel by Taj Hotels is pleasantly located on the |  | Ultimate Apartments Bondi Beach The newly renovated Ultimate Apartments Bondi Beach is located smack in the middle of Bondi village |
 | MLC Center The MLC center is the place to grab the latest fashion items and to cruise around for upcoming tren |  | Chifley Plaza Come to this opulent plaza if you want to experience some luxury shopping. Top designers and fashion |
 | David Jones Known as one of the world's oldest department stores, this shopping venue offers brand name it |  | Myer
As one of Australia's premier department stores, you are sure to find everythin |
 | Glasshouse
For the bargain shopper, this three level shopping center holds an affordable and unique blen |  | Imperial Arcade The stores and shops that form the Imperial Arcade are all geared at the bargain shopper. However, |
 | Taronga Series A three-month long music festival occurring on weekend nights in January, February, and March. |  | Taronga Series A three month long music festival occurring on weekend nights in January, February, and March. |
 | Taronga Series A three month long music festival occurring on weekend nights from January until March. |  | Australian International Motor Show For 11 days Sydney's major automotive event hosts an array of cars that range from classic, revamped |
 | Royal Easter For over 80 years this 14-day show has lured crowds to the Sydney Showground in Sydney Olympic Park |  | Biennale of Sydney Ranked as one of the top three exhibitions of contemporary art, this festival is held every second |
 | Bécasse Bécasse is an excellent choice if you are in the mood for fine French dining. Chef Jus |  | Arthur's Pizza This long-standing pizzeria is a favorite of families and students. Arthur's Pizza serves traditiona |
 | Chinta Ria The Temple of Love This Malaysian delight is a great place to eat quality food without spending a fortune. Also, its at |  | Bodhi Restaurant Bodhi Restaurant is very vegan-friendly, so vegetarians and health conscious eaters will be delighte |
 | Bill & Toni's Restaurant Bill and Toni's very inexpensive prices (around A$15) add high appeal to the restaurant, since the d |  | Quay This restaurant not only offers delicious dishes, but also magnificent views of the Opera House and |
 | Fast Facts Location New South Wales, Australia. · Dialing code 61 Emergency Numbers: Police emergency/fire/ambulance 000 Non-emergency police enquiry through Sydney Police Centre 02/9281 0000 Crisis Centre 02/9358 6577 Car breakdown 13 11 11 Travelers Aid Society 02/9211 2469 Directory Assistance &nbs |
