The Perthfect Coastal City
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to live in a city that has sunshine all year round and is almost free from congestion, noise, pollution and grey skies?
Perth City Skyline, Image Source: Trek Earth
If you’re tempted by the sound of magnificent unspoilt coastline, dependably marvellous weather, a laid back attitude, vast amounts of space and a real sense of freedom, then Perth, Western Australia is for you.
If you’re tempted by the sound of magnificent unspoilt coastline, dependably marvellous weather, a laid back attitude, vast amounts of space and a real sense of freedom, then Perth, Western Australia is for you.
South Perth Foreshore
Whether it’s surfing that tickles your fancy or just lazing on the warm white sands, Perth features some of the most stunning beaches - not just in Australia, but in the world.
Whether it’s surfing that tickles your fancy or just lazing on the warm white sands, Perth features some of the most stunning beaches - not just in Australia, but in the world.
Scarborough Beach
With 19 to choose from, Scarborough, Cottesloe and Trigg are the most raved about.
With 19 to choose from, Scarborough, Cottesloe and Trigg are the most raved about.
Hillary' Beach
Not only offering the best surf breaks they also boast a fantastic outdoor cafe culture, pubs or parklands with barbeques.
Not only offering the best surf breaks they also boast a fantastic outdoor cafe culture, pubs or parklands with barbeques.
City Beach
Sunday afternoons are traditionally spent hitting a legendary “Sunday session” for which "The Cott" or Ocean Beach Hotel in Cottesloe are famous for. Here you can kick back with a bevy and watch the sun as it sinks into the Indian Ocean.
Sunday afternoons are traditionally spent hitting a legendary “Sunday session” for which "The Cott" or Ocean Beach Hotel in Cottesloe are famous for. Here you can kick back with a bevy and watch the sun as it sinks into the Indian Ocean.
Cottesloe Beach, Image Source: Kirk Hille Photography
Kings Park is the largest inner city park in the world and considered the soul of the city.
Kings Park is the largest inner city park in the world and considered the soul of the city.
View from Kings Park, Image Source: Pictures of the Planet
Rising steeply above the banks of the Swan River, it provides breath taking views of the city, the river and the Darling Ranges.
Rising steeply above the banks of the Swan River, it provides breath taking views of the city, the river and the Darling Ranges.
Kings Park, Image Source: Meridian.de
The park and botanical garden is ablaze with wildflowers, an expanse of native bush and towering scented gum trees spanning 400 hectares.
Gum Tree @ Kings Park
Just a little further down the river bank sits one of Perth’s major attractions, the iconic Bell Tower located at Barrack Square.
Just a little further down the river bank sits one of Perth’s major attractions, the iconic Bell Tower located at Barrack Square.
Barrack Street Jetty
Deemed one of the largest musical instruments in the world, 12 of the 18 Swan bells originated from the St. Martin-in-the-Fields church in Trafalgar Square, London and were a gift to Perth to mark Australia’s bicentenary!
Deemed one of the largest musical instruments in the world, 12 of the 18 Swan bells originated from the St. Martin-in-the-Fields church in Trafalgar Square, London and were a gift to Perth to mark Australia’s bicentenary!
The Bell Tower
Barrack Square is a great place to hop on a boat and cruise to Perth’s closest wine region – the Swan Valley – or to the historic and vibrant port city of Fremantle.
Barrack Square is a great place to hop on a boat and cruise to Perth’s closest wine region – the Swan Valley – or to the historic and vibrant port city of Fremantle.
'Fre0' Markets
It may be one of the world’s most remote cities, but the locals view Perth as an unspoilt paradise perched on the edge of the world.
Floreat Beach
The mineral rich state of W.A. has seen an economic boom over the last few years and Perth is continually ranked as one the world’s most liveable cities.
The mineral rich state of W.A. has seen an economic boom over the last few years and Perth is continually ranked as one the world’s most liveable cities.
Piccilo's Corner, Leederville, Image Source: Great About Perth
Leading a privileged outdoor urban lifestyle consisting of galleries, concerts, theatres and fantastic restaurants, it’s no wonder the people of Perth are such exceptionally friendly and happy people.
Leading a privileged outdoor urban lifestyle consisting of galleries, concerts, theatres and fantastic restaurants, it’s no wonder the people of Perth are such exceptionally friendly and happy people.
Canal Living
After spending six years travelling and living abroad, I now appreciate just how truly amazing my home town Perth, Western Australia is.
Cheers! Fremantle Cappucino Strip
However, don't let me try to convince you, come and see for yourself.
Mandurah Dolphins
“One’s destination is never a place, but a new way of seeing things.”
~ Henry Miller ~
“One’s destination is never a place, but a new way of seeing things.”
~ Henry Miller ~
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