Archive for the ‘ Australia ’ Category

Sydney Harbour Bridge

Sydney Harbour Bridge – Australia – 2005 The Sydney Harbour Bridge is a steel arch bridge across Sydney Harbour that carries rail, vehicular and pedestrian traffic between theSydney central business district (CBD) and the North Shore. The dramatic view of the bridge, the harbour, and the nearby Sydney Opera House is an iconic image of both Sydney and Australia. The bridge is locally [ READ MORE ]

Sydney

Sydney – Australia – 2005 Sydney (pronounced /ˈsɪdniː/) is the most populous city in Australia, with a metropolitan area population of approximately 4.28 million (2006 estimate).[3] It is the state capital of New South Wales, and was the site of the first British colony in Australia. It was established in 1788 at Sydney Cove by Arthur Phillip, leader of the First Fleet from Britain.[4] A resident of the city is referred to as a Sydneysider. [ READ MORE ]

Sydney Opera House

Sydney Opera House – Australia – 2005 The Sydney Opera House is located in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. It was conceived and largely built by Danish architect Jørn Utzon, who in 2003 received the Pritzker Prize, architecture’s highest honour.[1] The citation stated “ There is no doubt that the Sydney Opera House is his masterpiece. It is one of the great iconic buildings of [ READ MORE ]

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