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The Adelaide Botanic Gardens are also home to the oldest glasshouse
in the southern hemisphere- the palm house. The palm house was imported
from Bremen, Germany to Adelaide in 1875. The uniqueness of the
palm house is emphasised by the fact that it is thought to be the
only Victorian glasshouse of its type in the world.
The Bicentennial Conservatory is the largest single span glasshouse
in the southern hemisphere. It measures 100 metres in length, 47
metres in width and 27 metres in height. The Bicentennial Conservatory
is located in the Adelaide Botanic Gardens.
The Royal Adelaide Show is thought to hold the world record for
the most number of times a show has been held in the world. The
Royal Adelaide Show has even surpassed the number of shows held
by the �Royal Bath and West England Society� which was founded in
1777. In 2015, the Royal Agricultural and Horticultural Society
held its 240th Royal Adelaide Show. The first show was held in the
yard of a pub in Grenfell Street in the year 1840. For many years
the show was held in spring and autumn which is why 240 shows have
been held across 176 years. The Royal Adelaide Show is the biggest
event in South Australia and is attended by around 500,000 people
each year.
Stobie Poles The iconic South Australian Stobie poles are poles
consisting of two steel beams filled in with concrete. They serve
the purpose of holding up power lines and are essentially a replacement
for wooded power poles. Invented in 1924 by James Stobie, the poles
were created to thwart South Australia�s problem of limited timber
supplies as well as to avoid the common problem of termite infestations.
Originally, large holes were placed in the stobie poles (see the
left pole on the image below) however they are now filled in with
concrete
The German Club offers a cosy, traditional German restaurant and
bar with plenty of atmosphere that you won't find anywhere else.
Indulge in the tantalising range of authentic German delicacies
available from the kitchen. Cap off the experience with something
from the full bar including delightful wines and an exclusive array
of German beers. The beers themselves are unique due to the full
bodied flavour and the absence of any impurities. Over the weekend
the Club turns into a live music venue upstairs, with performance
from a variety of amazing bands. Located in the heart of the Adelaide,
The German Club is your local German oasis.
Adelaide Botanic Garden is an oasis in the cosmopolitan heart
of the city, featuring beautifully-landscaped gardens, majestic
avenues and stunning architecture. Spanning 50 hectares, the historic
garden (opened in 1857) features some of Australia's finest plant
collections. Things to see include the magnificently-restored 1877-built
Palm House, First Creek Wetland, the Amazon Waterlily Pavilion,
the Santos Museum of Economic Botany and the Bicentennial Conservatory.
There are regular events for all ages in the Garden - check the
What's On page for more information on what's coming up. The Garden
is open 365 days a year and entry is free. You can also join a free
guided tour provided by the Friends of the Botanic Gardens, departing
from the Schomburgk Pavilion at 10.30am daily (except Christmas
and Good Friday). Facilities include the Visitor Information Centre
and Diggers Garden Shop, which offers a wide range of seeds, gardening
books and garden wares. You can also have a casual meal in one of
the caf�s, Simpson Kiosk and Caf� Fibonacci, or go all-out with
a fine dining experience at the Botanic Gardens Restaurant.
Barossa Valley - The Barossa: One of the world's best wine regions
Just a 50 minute drive north east of Adelaide, the Barossa is an
internationally-acclaimed wine region encompassing the towns of
Tanunda, Angaston and Nuriootpa. Wander into over 80 cellar doors,
tasting some of the most awarded wines in the world and digging
into sumptuous local produce. Meet winemakers, chat with passionate
staff and mingle with proud locals. It�s a region founded on passion,
pride and South Australian spirit.
Flinders Ranges - Discover the ancient, rugged Flinders Ranges
and Outback Driving through the Flinders Ranges and Outback, you�d
be forgiven for thinking you were navigating the unexplored face
of Mars. You�ll find dusty red roads bordered by towering ancient
cliffs and deep craters. Take an aerial tour of Kati Thanda�Lake
Eyre or drive yourself along the Aboriginal Dreaming Trail. Marvel
at Wilpena Pound, a shockingly large amphitheater, created through
erosion over millions of years. It is surrounded by ancient mountain
ranges, spectacular gorges and sheltered creeks and it's only a
five hour drive from Adelaide or a short plane trip with Rex to
Port Augusta, Coober Pedy or Wilpena Pound.
Murray River - The Murray River, Lakes and Coorong region embodies
natural beauty and boasts a wealth of native produce, breathtaking
scenery and Australian wildlife. The Murray River flows more than
2500 kilometres from the Snowy Mountains in New South Wales, through
the Riverland, down to Murray Bridge and onto the Lakes and Coorong
in South Australia. The River is around 130 million years old and
is rich with Aboriginal history, culture and heritage. Relax on
a leisurely houseboat holiday or explore Australia�s greatest waterway
� The Murray River.
Eyre Peninsula - The Eyre Peninsula boasts fantastic food and
wine, luxury accommodation and abundant wildlife, but it's best
known for its world-famous aquatic activities. Rex and QantasLink
will get you to Port Lincoln where you can hop aboard a shark cage
dive or swim and play with sea lions off the coast of Port Lincoln.
Dive-into a dolphin and sea lion swimming tour at Baird Bay or watch
whales and their calves frolic under towering, wave-ravaged cliffs.
Sink your teeth into the Eyre Peninsula�s legendary oysters and
freshly-caught seafood at the local fish mongers, pubs, restaurants
and bars, then wash it down at the region's signature wineries...
Yorke Peninsula - Fishing, boating, surfing, swimming, camping,
bushwalking and wildlife; there's so much to see and do along kilometres
of pristine coast on the Yorke Peninsula. The region is jam-packed
with attractions, from galleries and museums to restaurants, cafes
and golfing greens. The Yorke Peninsula has a wide and varied heritage
with many towns boasting their own local museum to inform, educate
and entertain.
Murray River - Clock on to river time: a relaxed pace of living
where the days stretch before you. The next boat departs whenever
you want, lunchtime is whenever you're hungry and checkout is whenever
you wake up. Stunning conservation parks, a thriving fruit industry
and the beautiful Murray make the Riverland a great place for a
family holiday. Captain your own houseboat and cruise past ochre-coloured
cliffs or hire a canoe or kayak and paddle your way through the
secluded backwaters of the Murray River. Explore at your own pace
or take a guided tour.
Kangaroo Island. - There�s an unmistakable sanctity about Kangaroo
Island. Fly with Rex or QantasLink from Adelaide or take your car
on the Sealink Ferry. As you step off onto the island, it's impossible
not to relax. Kangaroo Island is known as nature�s playground. Hit
the road and you�ll find out why. Wildlife abounds as friendly pubs,
accommodation and restaurants give-way to towering cliffs, wild
plains and impeccably clear waters. Follow the road less travelled
and discover unique wildlife, mouth-watering food and wine, breathtaking
scenery and a laid-back lifestyle.
Adelaide Hills - Wind your way down leafy lanes, stopping at villages
dappled in light. The towns of Aldgate, Stirling, Oakbank, Birdwood,
Crafers, Mount Barker and Hahndorf are all within an hour�s drive
away from Adelaide and are brimming with wildlife encounters and
cultural discoveries. You'll find restaurants serving South Australia�s
best produce, while wineries beckon from leafy groves, eager for
you to sample one of their cool climate drops. The Adelaide Hills
are home to some of South Australia�s best food, wine and scenery;
it�s all so easy to access.
Clare Valley - You'll find more than 50 cellar doors between the
towns of Auburn and Clare, along a stunning 40km corridor. Five-star
wineries are scattered throughout the Clare Valley; its signature
wine, Riesling, is among the world�s best. When looking for awarded
cellar doors, visit the towns of Clare, Sevenhill, Watervale, Mintaro,
Auburn and Polish Hill River. Pick up a gourmet picnic basket from
one of many wineries or stop at a farm gate store and buy direct
from the producer. Top it all off with lunch at Skillogalee, Terroir
Auburn or Seed Winehouse, enjoying beautiful views over the valley.
Fleurieu Peninsula - Located forty minutes South of Adelaide,
the Fleurieu Peninsula offers some of South Australia's finest coastal,
scenic and culinary experiences. Spend quality time in nature�s
playground discovering charming towns including Victor Harbor, Willunga,
Normanville, Goolwa, Yankalilla and Rapid Bay. The region is home
to the internationally renowned McLaren Vale - the home of sustainable
wine production, world-renowned labels and unparalleled gastronomic
experiences.
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