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Albany
has
an
assortment
of
towns
within
easy
reach
and
they
all
have
their
own
unique
appeal.
The
towns
of
Denmark,
Walpole,
Mt
Barker
offer
additional
seaside
&
country
locations
for
you
to
explore
with
lots
of
attractions.
The
Porongurup
&
Sterling
Ranges
are
close
by
with
many
walks
on
offer
and
stunning
mountain
scenery.
Wineries
abound
in
the
wine
triangle
of
Denmark,
Mt
Barker
and
Albany
too. Whatever
your
fancy
the
Albany
region
has
a
wide
range
of
sights
and
activities
to
make
your
stay
a
memorable
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Denmark |
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The picturesque town of Denmark is hidden among the hills and forest of
the area. Situated along the Denmark river, the town is a series of
wonderful images. Denmark became a timber town in 1895 and the
subsequent industries of Dairy and Beef cattle finally gave way to
tourism.
Attractions
Wineries abound, arts & crafts,
scenic drives, river & inlet cruises, canoeing, coach tours, 4 wheel
driving, swimming, fishing and horse riding
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Walpole |
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Walpole
is surrounded by the Walpole-Nornalup National Park. This park which
covers approximately 18,000ha is home to deep rivers, majestic Karri
trees, the unique Tingle trees, waterfalls, wildflowers and an unspoilt
coastline.
Walpole is mainly famous for the
"Valley of the Giants" A copse of huge Karri & Tingle
trees which has a 40 metre high tree top walk.
Attractions
Ancient Empire at
"Valley of the Giants", scenic
drives, canoeing, 4 wheel driving, swimming, fishing |
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Mt
Barker |
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Mt
Barker is one of the gateways to the Porongurup's and the Sterling
Range. The area surrounding Mt Barker was first settled in the 1841-s as
a general farming area. It now serves a wide agricultural area as well
as a sheep and cattle
industry. From
September to November the Porongurup
and the Sterling Ranges come alive with over 500 recorded species of
wildflowers of which 40-50 are found nowhere else in the world. Mt
Barker has also established itself as a wine region producing quality wines
and holding annual wine festivals.
Attractions
Porongurup and the Sterling Ranges,
wineries, scenic drives, walks, the Banksia Farm, the interesting Old
Police Station Museum, and the St Warburg's Chapel.
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