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2 days ago · Hobart, Tasmania, Australia. Hobart has an excellent deepwater port unhampered by tidal changes. That—coupled with rail lines (freight only) to the north and northwest, the junction of the Channel, Midland, Huon, and Tasman highways, and an airport—makes it a focus of communications and trade.
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10 hours ago · In 1975 the Tasman Bridge collapsed when the bridge was struck by the bulk ore carrier Lake Illawarra. It was the only bridge in Hobart, and made crossing the Derwent River by road at the city impossible. The nearest bridge was approximately 20 kilometres (12 mi) to the north, at Bridgewater.
5 days ago · It’s easy to see why the Tasman Peninsula, only a 1.5-hour drive from Hobart, is popular with visitors. This picturesque destination has stunning beaches that are nearly empty of people, towering sea cliffs, hikes through national parks, and an abundance of native animals that you are nearly guaranteed to see up close.
5 days ago · A visit to Bruny Island makes the perfect day trip from Hobart. Are you the type of person who travels for food? Dine on fresh oysters, pungent cheeses, and fresh berries. Outdoor enthusiasts can go hiking or explore South Bruny National Park. There are vineyards and whiskey distilleries to visit and the entire island is one awesome scenic drive.
4 days ago · Tasman Bridge, Hobart, looking west.
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2 days ago · Hobart is the state capital. Dove Lake. Dove Lake in Cradle Mountain–Lake St. Clair National Park, part of a UNESCO World Heritage site in Tasmania, Austl. (more) The state owes its name to the Dutch navigator-explorer Abel Janszoon Tasman, who in 1642 became the first European to discover the island.
3 days ago · Start your day with a visit to the Hobart Salamanca Market. This bustling market is a great place to experience local culture, shop for unique souvenirs, and enjoy delicious street food. This bustling market is a great place to experience local culture, shop for unique souvenirs, and enjoy delicious street food.
