Sydney Parks and Gardens

It is easy to see why Sydney is one of the most sought after places by those given to traveling. Not only does Sydney have the requisite share of skyscrapers and posh shopping complexes- requisite because cities these days are measured by the length of their buildings, but it has carefully allotted its land for parks and gardens. Sydney Parks and Gardens add further dimensions to the landscape that defines the Harbour City.

Some of the Sydney Parks and Gardens are-

Centennial Park

Centennial Park is located 4 km south east of Sydney central business district. The area of the park spans 189 hectare. The construction for the park started in1886 and was completed in couple of year's time. The park has been designed strictly in keeping with the Victorian style of gardens.

Centennial Park has an enviable wealth of flora and fauna. There are famous tree plantings like Holm Oaks, Port Jackson Figs and Norfolk Island Pines which go back to the early 19th century.

Chinese Garden of Friendship

Chinese Garden of Friendship is a gift from Sydney's sister city of Guangzhou in Guangdong Province, China on the occasion of Australia's Bicentenary celebrations. A large part of the Australian population is constituted by the Chinese who have now blended fully into the multi-ethnic Australian society.

The Garden is exceedingly tranquil and a walk around it is known to be wonderfully relaxing. The garden was entirely designed in China.

The Domain

The Domain is a huge expanse of open place located on the eastern flank of Sydney central business district. In the past the Domain has hosted numerous outdoor concerts, public gatherings, open air concerts and rallies. The Domain also encompasses the Royal Botanic Gardens.

Hyde Park

A rectangle shaped park on the eastern side of Sydney central business district, Hyde Park is named after historic Hyde Park in England. The Park was originally introduced to the city as its first race course.

The most striking feature of Hyde Park is the majestic Archibald Fountain, which was unveiled in 1932 as a mark of tribute to the Australians who lost their lives fighting in the Great War in France.

Royal Botanic Gardens

Royal Botanic Gardens is the largest of the three botanical gardens in Sydney. The same trust who oversees the Domain also manages Royal Botanic Gardens. The Gardens were founded Governor Macquarie in 1816. Many years of dedication and study were needed to help Royal Botanic Gardens grow into its present size.

Sydney Olympic Park

Sydney Olympic Park was built as a part of Australia's plans to host the 2000 Olympics. The boundaries of the park cover an area of 640 hectares. Sydney Olympic Park is an important site for cultural and sporting events in Sydney.

Nielsen Park

Located in Sydney Harbour National Park, Nielson Park is known for it's the extremely picturesque harbor side beach. Nielson Park is one of the most preferred picnic places. The Park was opened to the public in 1911.

Waratah Park

Waratah Park is home to Australia's kangaroos, koalas and much other Australian wild animals like emus, Tasmanian devils, possums, wallabies, bandicoots and wombats. There are also few reptiles around.