Surrounded by the luscious ocean and covered by boundless desserts with warm sand, lush greens which are safe breeding grounds for millions of exotic wildlife; Australia has it all and is the perfect holiday destination for you and your family to immerse in nature, culture and enjoy the limitless pleasures of urban charms.
Hobart is a splendid location to stop by with your family, while on vacation in Tasmania, Australia to enjoy the beach thrills. Accommodation with easy access to all the surrounding tourist sites could be obtained at hotels or service apartments at Hobart, among the many options available such as Somerset on Salamanca Hobart.
Situated only a two-hour drive away from Hobart is Bruny island. among the many charms and attractions amid the beautiful dunes of the island, the Cape Bruny Lighthouse ranks as one of the key manmade wonders of the islands.
The lighthouse lies on the south-western edge of the South Bruny island Tasmania. This is the second oldest light house in Australia, for over 158 years, it has been occupied by Tobias Furneaux for over a hundred years while travelling in his ship adventure.
The tower was designed by the celebrated, colonial architect John Lee Archer and it towers 114m above the cliff tops and bays it from the wild coastline of Cape Bruny. Visit this historical masterpiece to ascend the authentic iron spiral stairway leading to the tower balcony. Prepare to gasp at the magnificent view of the serene Tasmanian sea, the small islands clutching the coastline, sights of gliding sea birds, the migrating whales, the wedge Tailed Eagles and short tailed shearwaters pouncing close to the tower.
The reserve surrounding the tower is also open to wandering, it is a part of the South Bruny National Park, so admission fees apply. Do keep in mind when visiting; the tower is often filled with visitors therefore make prior bookings to ensure a convenient parking spot.
