Sydney, a city, the capital of the state of
New South Wales, Australia. Located off the southeast coast of Australia,
Sydney is the largest city in the country and, with its magnificent harbor and
position, is one of the most important ports in the South Pacific. By the early
19th century, when it was still a small town with prisoners and early settlers
had settled in, trade had begun with the Pacific Islands, India, China, South
Africa, and the United States.
Sydney's first sight, either at sea or in the
air, is always spectacular. Located on the low hills around a large harbor with
countless harbors and entrances, the city is dominated by the Sydney Harbor
Bridge, one of the world's largest steel bridges, and the Opera House, with its
shiny white shell - a molded roof that appears to echo the sails of many nearby
harbors. The intricate confusion of water and buildings is impressive during
the day or at night.
Because of its history as a major port and its
status as a major international airport, Sydney is probably Australia's only
international city with a true international spirit. It does, however, remain
the most Australian city, with a good balance between its British heritage and
the charm of the South Seas in its climate and nature. Sydney Area City, 10.3
square kilometers (26.7 square km); Greater Sydney Statistical Area, 4,790
square kilometers (12,406 square km). Pop. (2001) City of Sydney, 128,544;
Greater Sydney Area, 3,997,321; (2011) City of Sydney, 169,501; Greater Status
of Sydney, 4,429,034.
Sydney is an international tourist
destination. Accommodation and hotels and restaurants are available throughout
the city, though there are many, especially in central Sydney and in the Kings
Cross area east of the business district. You may find restaurants that offer
almost all kinds of international cuisine, although the famous Sydney oysters
are among the most popular dishes. The Darling Harbor area west of the city
includes the first modern city building for conventions, popular concerts, indoor
games, and political rallies. The city's first gaming casino was opened in
1995.
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