Clonakilla at Murrumbateman is an Australian legend, famed for purveying the region’s first-ever shiraz. It is set in the gorgeous hills of Wamboin, just 30 km east of Canberra. Contentious Character- this single vineyard winery offers old world flavours with a new world twist. From Rieslings, Chardonnays, Touriga and Cabernet Franc, you’re sure to find a tipple to suit your taste. Surveyor’s Hill Vineyardis just a short 25-minute drive from the CBD, boasting a wide range of wines to sample. Producing some of the nation’s most outstanding high-country, cool-climate wines, the region has rightfully earned its spot in Lonely Planet’s list of the most revered wines trails in Australasia. You'll find over 30 exceptional wineries in the city's outskirtsĬanberra boasts an array of exceptional wineries all within a short drive from the CBD. To experience this quintessentially Canberran adventure, you can book hot air balloon flights from Balloon Aloft or Dawn Drifters.Ĥ. Spectators can view hundreds of colourful hot air balloons gently floating high above the capital. So much so that Canberra has a dedicated festival just for it!įree to attend, the Canberra Balloon Spectacular is part of the annual Enlighten Festival. Image via Balloon Aloft Canberra | Weekend Notesīlessed with wide open skies and a scenic landscape, Canberra has developed a love for hot air balloon riding. It’s famous for its Hot Air Balloon festival Nara, the capital of Nara Prefecture in Japan became Canberra’s first sister city in 1993, followed by Beijing, China in 2000, and most recently Wellington, New Zealand in 2016.Īs a celebration of friendship and goodwill, Canberra hosts the Nara Candle Festival every year at the Canberra Nara Peace Park! Expect a line up of live entertainment, cultural performances, and a variety of food and market stalls.ģ. Images via Canberra Times | ACT Government | Time OutĮstablished to bolster culture, community, education, and encourage trade and tourism between nations, Sister city relationships have become an important part of Canberra’s rich culture and history. Canberra has 3 sister cities: The Japanese city of Nara, Beijing in China, and Wellington in New Zealand Canberra supposedly means either “meeting place” or “women’s breasts.” Though the former makes the most sense, a view of the famous Mt Ainslie and Black Mountain gives some veracity to the later.Ģ. 
So it comes as no surprise that its name is derived from their language.
But it’s not often asked how the city got its name.įor more than 21,000 years, the Ngunnawal people, the original custodians of the land, considered the Canberra region their home. Read on to learn 10 interesting things you didn’t know about Canberra!Ĭanberra is known as Australia’s capital city and sometimes affectionately called The Bush capital for its sweeping nature reserves and surrounding mountain ranges. To give you an edge on your next trivia night, we’ve put together some fun facts about the nation’s capital that are sure to amuse and inspire a visit to this standout city. From the world-class exhibits, spectacular events and incomparable arts and culture scene, Canberra is a traveller’s delight! But how much do you really know about Australia’s capital city?
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