Loading ...Tasmania is often associated with the Tasmanian Devil, but really, there is so much more to Tasmania than this ! It is both an island and a state with the same name. The island is actually some 240 miles south of the coast of Southern Australia. The Tasmanian state is the Tasmanian island as well as the smaller islands which are dotted around it. It is quite accessible from the mainland, by air or by a very straightforward overnight ferry journey.
It is often promoted as being the Island of Inspiration. And once you have been to this magical island, you really will feel as if you have encountered some kind of magic. It really is a beautiful and serene place, which is modern in its outlook, but somehow there is an air of stepping back in time. Such is its serenity.
Tasmania has a very gentle climate, with none of the very arid dry heat which some of Australia experiences in the summer months. Tasmania can even get snow in the winter, but in the towns and settlements, this is actually quite rare.
The capital of Tasmania is Hobart and this is a great starting off base, to see Tasmania for all its beauty. Sometimes it can be a good idea just to hire a car and see where it takes you. The scenery, wildlife and people here are all extremely interesting and varied, and so each day can be an adventure!
That being said, whilst in Tasmania, you should try to explore the island to its full potential. There are lots of natural wonders to behold and none are more wondrous than the rainforests which temperate as opposed to tropical. If you can, make sure you go on a tour, to soak up the true beauty of these forest areas.
The Heritage Highway is also a wonderful way of learning about how Tasmania evolved and developed. Or you could try going to see some of the Aboriginal Art which can be found at the Tiagarra Centre at Deveonport’s Bluff or try out the Jahadi Indigenous Experience which can be found in Deloraine.
Restaurants and great places to eat abound throughout Tasmania. The food may not be always fine dining, but it is great food cooked well and in exceptionally pleasant surroundings, with friendly and attentive staff. What more could one ask for ?
There are plenty of markets and places to shop and one of the key ‘treats’ for shoppers in Tasmania is the number of places you can buy both indigenous and other craftworks, all of a very high quality, usually at a very good price!
So make sure Tasmania is included in your ‘Must Visit’ List: you will be so glad you came.