A lively cosmopolitan, Melbourne sits pretty alongside the shores of Port Philip Bay. Yarra Rivers sparkling waters and sugary-white beaches make for a spectacular seascape. Its not hard to see how planned the city is, given its clean and balanced grid of neatly angled streets. But, beneath this seemingly structured faade lies a restless energy that consistently pushes back and forth at the citys conservatism. And, this is just one of the facades Melbourne wears. You could be walking on a blank doorway and come across an opulent restaurant in the end, climbing up a spiral staircase might lead you to a lively rooftop bar, or a small lane maybe concealing a dozen cafes, galleries and designer boutiques. Attracting thousands of tourists every year, Melbournes cultural scene is truly matchless. The citys quite famous for its busy events calendar, hosting regular celebrations of local, national and international arts and culture scene. Experience a rib-ticking comedy at the annual comedy festival, witness new, old and avant garde films at annual film festivals and art house cinemas, enjoy a concert performance by a jazz great, or take in the melodies of an acclaimed symphony orchestra. For the historically-inclined, Melbourne has a great lineup of things ready to be explored by you. Every nook and cranny comes up with the evidence of the states proud and fascinating history. Discover it the elegant Victorian-era buildings and beautifully preserved gold mining towns, see it the Murray River paddle steamers and steam trains, or find it in the bushrangers' lairs and ancient Aboriginal artifacts. Apart from enjoying various attraction a vacation destination offers, one also looks forward to some relaxation and rejuvenation. Melbourne doesnt let you down in this regard as well. Providing you with an opportunity to enjoy natural mineral springs, geothermal waters, spa resorts, luxury and boutique hotels and day spas, theres practically every kind of luxury and refreshment available in Melbourne, certainly one of the best indulgent escapes in the world. The city has interesting things to do and see for nearly everyone. Uber-cool fashion stores, trendy bars, botanic gardens, sports stadiums, Manhattan-style skyscrapers, and famous theater houses, we hope you understand what we mean, now. Enjoy authentic Australian and international cuisines at some of the worlds best restaurants, have a drink or two at the lively bars, go shopping at the historic arcades, sip on several kinds of cappuccinos at the cafes, or go see a beautiful art exhibition. Adventure is the middle word for Melbourne and options to experience it are aplenty. These include rock climbing, mountain biking, white water rafting, parasailing, windsurfing, scuba diving, paragliding, bungee jumping, camping, fishing, boating, horse riding, cycling, or a round of golf at one of the several golf courses. Take a
flight to Melbourne, it truly is Australias piece de resistance.
