CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT
Ducks by the water at King’s
Park; aboriginal art on a
manhole at Kings Park; the
Swan Bell Tower houses 18
historic bells; the Elizabeth
Quay Bridge over Swan RiverPHOTOGRAPHS: FLICKR /KARL DINNINGTON, FLICKR /OLE REIDAR JOHANSEN, FLICKR/DAVID EASTWELL, WIKIMEDIA COMMONS
Kings Park and Botanic Garden
There’s always that one spot in every city
that offers the perfect view. And Kings
Park and Botanic Garden has it
packaged together with bountiful
flora, a glimpse into history, and
essentially one of the world’s
largest inner city parks
featuring both gorgeously
cultivated gardens and
untamed natural bushland.
The botanic garden ensures
conservation of the native
biological diversity, while
offering visitors the chance
to relish both the city and
naturescape originating
from this land.Elizabeth Quay
A day spent walking around Perth city
is in itself sufficiently entertaining,
with the newly opened and controversial
(for more reasons than one) Elizabeth
Quay added to their tremendous
skyline and increasingly cosmopolitan
vibe. Adding to Perth’s skyline just last
year, this development has fast
become synonymous with the
sophistication that successfully
complements the suburban outskirts
of Perth. With historic structures of art
placed at the best of spots, gorgeous
walks along the newly constructed
bridge, and ample entertainment and
recreation, this new development
certainly does pack a punch.Swan Bell Tower
Overlooking the Swan River, the
tower consists of a set of 18 bells
hanging in a 271ft tall campanile
made of copper and glass. Together,
the Swan Bells constitute one of the
largest sets of change ringing bells
in the world. With guided tours that
offer an exclusive glimpse into the
bell ringing chamber as well as the
history of the Bell Tower, the trip is
even worth it for just the
breathtaking views of Perth from
the observation deck.Attractions