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Things You Must Know About Tasmania
The island of Tasmania, which is located 200 km south of the Eastern side of Australia, is a fascinating place to explore and is Australia’s smallest and most southerly state. There are mountains, forests and rivers here and much of Tasmania is very picturesque. Tasmanian weather can be very changeable but it does have four distinct seasons.
Spring, from September to November, tends to be fresh and cool (averaging between 46ºF and 63ºF) and is when the Blooming Tasmania festival is held. Trout fishing is also popular at this time of year. Summer, from December to February, is warm and sunny and you will see many coastal wildflowers. It makes a nice change to spend Christmas and New Year in temperatures of up to 75ºF. Fall is sunny and the deciduous beech gives a lovely display.
Fall is from March to May and the temperature varies between 48ºF and 63ºF. Winter days are bright and crisp and you will see snow on the highlands. Winter is from June to August and you should expect the temperature to be between 41ºF and 54ºF). Rain varies and Hobart has the most daylight hours in the summer. You can buy a ‘See Tasmania SmartCard’ when you are over. This gives you admission to over sixty attractions. There are many beautiful places to see in Tasmania, including the Cataract Gorge Reserve, just outside of Launceston.
The Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park, in the World Heritage Area, is well worth a visit and there are plenty of nature walks in this area. If you like fine wines, there are plenty of wineries and vineyards to visit and many offer free tasting at the cellar door outlets. If chocolate is more your thing, you will love the Cadbury’s Factory. Tasmania also has some of the best hiking trails in the word. The terrain can be difficult so if you are thinking of bushwalking, you need to be in good shape and take adequate provisions. The weather can change incredibly rapidly and under-prepared bushwalkers are rescued every year. Alternatively, you could try rafting or kayaking. Salamanca Market, on the waterfront at Hobart, is a great place to buy bargains and souvenirs. There are plenty of museums throughout the island, giving interesting insights into Tasmanian history.
You can find delightful beaches at Boat Harbor, or along the east and northeast coasts. If you are into fishing, try the Upper Derwent Valley and central Tasmania for the best conditions. Eating out in Tasmania can be very enjoyable. There is plenty of homegrown produce, from local cheeses and fresh fruits and berries to seafood and fresh fish. Hobart boasts some great seafood restaurants. Plenty of what you eat in the restaurants will have been bought fresh from the fisherman or farmer earlier the same day.
Tasmania is a safe country and the violent crime level is very low. However, it is not recommended that you walk around the center of Launceston, Hobart or in some of the suburbs, alone after dark. Tasmanians are welcoming and friendly people, most of whom are caucasion and mainly of British descent. On the whole, Tasmania is a fascinating country to visit. The weather is pleasant. The flora and fauna are stunning and there is plenty to do.
Sherif Osman
