Capalaba

ABOUT THE PLACE : Capalaba in Brisbane which was once a staging post on the horse drawn carriage run from Ipswich to Cleveland is now of great interest to the environmentalists after the introduction of the Redlands Indigiscapes Centre in 1997 which again is Australia's first native botanical garden. The name Capalaba is probably from the Yugarabul language meaning “ring tailed”. Also, Capalaba is a core centre in the Redland Shire, which flanks Moreton Bay to the south of Brisbane.

Have a look at the special features of Capabala:

• The Redlands Indigiscapes : The aim of the Redlands Indigiscapes Centre is to train the backyard and professional gardeners to implement native gardening and landscape techniques. This centre is the chief attraction of Capalaba and you can reach it through the Runnymede road, Capabala by bus. Walk by foot or take a bicycle with yourself. You can even take your pet dog for a stroll if you use a leash! Here are some of the things that it offers:

• A visitor's center and toilets.
• Flower gardens and tea gardens.
• Parks.
• Browse through the Bookshop in the Centre.
• Picnic areas where you can spend your leisurely hours.
• Barbeques.
• Birdwatching is another exciting thing that you can do in the Redlands Indigiscapes Centre. Find a varied range of birds like honeyeaters, eastern yellow robins, dollarbirds and rainbow bee-eaters.
• Go for wildlife photography! Spot birds, koalas, turtles, water dragons and much more.
• Novices can enjoy the facility of guided walks.

• The Pines : it is a place of historical interest in Capalaba, Brisbane since it served as the base for US secret communication in World WarII. The Pines is located on the Old Cleveland Road and it was built in the 1860s.

• The Capalaba shopping Centre : This is a favorite shopping destinations for the tourists.

• The Redland Art Gallery in Capalaba: Hosts many art exhibitions.

• The beach: Enjoy the sun and the sun!

• Cleveland Art and craft Market: Buy indigenous items by local artists on Sundays.

ACCOMODATION: There are several accommodation options in Capalaba. Here are the names of some:

• Alexandra Hills Hotel
• Cleveland Bay Air Motel
• Cleveland Motor Inn
• Cleveland Visitor Villa Motel
• Pacific Villa Motel

Be at Capalaba to find out more about the pleasure it has to offer. Pack your bags and set out for the adventure!