![]() An impressive town had also developed, with schools, churches, theatres and civic buildings.Ĭaroline Chisholm, who had been travelling about England, Scotland, Wales and Ireland telling people about Australia, arrived back to Australia in 1854 and noticed all the people heading off to Bendigo for the gold, and sleeping on the side of the road. The name Bendigo stuck and Sandhurst faded away.Just a few years into the gold rush in 1854, Bendigo had the largest goldfields in Victoria. However, as few people could pronounce "Abednego", the name was corrupted to"Bendigo". So he adapted the middle name of English boxer William Abednego Thompson. Officially known as Sandhurst until 1891, the city of Bendigo is believed to be named after an Australian boxing hopeful, who adopted the nickname of an English bare-knuckle boxer, as he wanted to increase his own profile as a boxer. The Bendigo Gold District General Hospital was established in 1853. On 18 January 1853, Governor La Trobe announced that the township would be called Sandhurst.Įlevated view of settlement of wooden houses, some in the process of construction, couple on dirt track in foreground, paddocks in background. Quartz mining, using hammers or picks to smash the gold free of the quartz, was employed after 1853.īendigo’s first newspaper was printed in December 1853. Such as Kangaroo Flat, Eaglehawk, Golden Square, Long Gully, California Gully, Ironbark, etc. Some of the mines, named after the gullies and areas around Bendigo, are now suburbs of Bendigo. The country all about was pulverised in the pursuit of riches. P ainted by Samuel Thomas Gill in 1852Īfter the original alluvial gold was worked out at the area that would later be known as Golden Point, miners began digging in the surrounding gullies. We then stop briefly to enjoy a glass of sparkling wine or orange juice at the delightful Mt Tomah Botanic Gardens our last stop, where we enjoy the sweeping views across to Sydney before traveling down the Bells Line of Road to arrive back at your hotel approximately 4:30pm-5:00pm.In 1852, Gold Commissioners were appointed to regulate the gold licensing system, oversee the diggings and collect licensing fees. If you're not mesmerized by the dancing waves of water spray, you'll be transfixed by the sweeping views down the valley to the Grose Wilderness. The magnificent waterfall drops a whopping 180m to the base of the cliff. Once you clap your eyes on the view from Govetts Leap you'll know why it's one of the most famous lookouts in Australia. The afternoon is spent visiting a selection of lookouts. Beverages can be purchased at your own expense from the Bar. All diets are catered for (excluding Kosher Meals). We enjoy a 2-course lunch with tea/coffee. Here in this relaxed venue with stunning views. We then make our way around the mountain towards the village of Blackheath and our lunch venue the Hydro Majestic. Here your guide will discuss the legends behind this famous rock formation and the time available for you to take some great photos. The character of the Three Sisters changes throughout the day and throughout the seasons as the sunlight brings out magnificent colors. Whilst the Blue Mountains features so much more than this natural attraction you can't help but admire the unquestionable beauty of this amazing rock formation. Where possible this will be away from the crowds of tours that visit the mountains each day with other operators, thus our guests will enjoy a stress and hurry-free environment taking in the views and information imparted by their guide.Ĭontinuing on we arrive at Eaglehawk Lookout, a remote lookout points away from the crowds for views of the famous 3 Sisters. We will visit one of the ranges of stunning outlooks of the Jamison Valley seeing beautiful vistas. Enjoy morning tea and time to wander at leisure.įrom Calmsley Hill we continue to ascend the Blue Mountains via the highway. Our first stop of the day is at Calmsley Hill a working farm also home to Kangaroos, Emus, Wombats and Koalas. ![]() Today your guide will take you off the beaten track to visit remote lookout locations and discuss the history, flora and fauna of this magnificent region.Īt 7:00am-7:30am depart from the hotel with AEA Luxury Tours. This wonderland of sandstone outcrops, deep ravines and hazy blue eucalypt forests boasts luxury retreats and stunning views. The Blue Mountains National Park is one of seven national parks that make up the Greater Blue Mountains World Heritage Area.
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