Brisbane is one of the largest cities in Australia, located on the east coast of the continent near Moreton Bay. The river of the same name stretches through the whole city, and the suburbs here and there are marked by large, up to three hundred meters high, hills. It is called the "city of the new world" and is often compared to New York because of the abundance of skyscrapers. Brisbane is the capital of the state of Queensland. It attracts with its ultra-modern architecture and stunning nature. With a population of 2.28 million, it ranks third in the country in terms of population (after Sydney and Melbourne).
Among the attractions of Brisbane, the Botanical Garden is especially famous, which is located seven kilometers from the city center. The Sir Thomas Brisbane Planetarium is located in the Botanic Gardens - one of the most visited places in Brisbane by tourists. The mini-theater at the Planetarium constantly shows small performances about the stars, astronomy and space exploration.
The Queensland Cultural Center is a comprehensive cultural and arts center located in the South Bank area. The center hosts many exhibitions, in addition, there is a state art gallery, a museum and a library.
Brisbane is one of the oldest cities in Australia. Founded by settlers in the middle of the century before last, over the past 15 years it has become a vibrant cultural and tourist center with many museums, picturesque parks, comfortable hotels and restaurants.
Area: 15,826 km². Population: 2.28 million (2016)
Негізгі бет Brisbane is one of the largest and fastest growing cities in Australia.
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