Location of Townsville
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Searching for a memorable and relaxing holiday tour with gurgling water rapids, a dazzling sunshine and golden beaches? Towards the north-eastern coast of Australia the location of Townsville is the best hunt. Townsville is the capital of North Queensland and it is a combination of the pleasure of the tropics with the temptations of a major city. A part of the "dry tropics" the location of Townsville boasts of an average of 320 days of sunshine each year. A comforting lifestyle and a great diversity of attractions make Townsville the perfect choice for a North Queensland holiday spot.
Approximately 1300 kilometers north of Brisbane and 350 kilometers south of Cairns, the location of Townsville generally comprises of the twin cities of Townsville (central and southern area) and Thuringowa (inland and northern beaches).
The location of Townsville is marked on the map of Australia by the Ross River which flows through the heart of the city. The Ross River Dam lies around 30 kilometers south allowing the river to serve as the major source of water in the city. There is another smaller dam in the Paluma range to the north of the city.
The location Townsville, Australia's largest tropical city, is bounded by Mission Beach to the north, Charters Towers to the west, and Bowen in the south. The five resort islands of Dunk, Magnetic, Orpheus, Hinchinbrook and Bedarra, all different in character, are located around townsville and all offer a unique experience for the holidaymaker.
The location of Townsville falls under the tropical region, offering the place distinct wet and dry seasons. But the area receives less rainfall as compared to the wet tropics due to its northern coastal orientation so that the east trade winds don't strike the region.
The urban location of Townsville is characterized by rocky springs and a planned satellite city. The location of Townsville serves as a perfect base camp for the tourists to the eastern coasts and the outback of Australia.| Hotels in Townsville | |
| Plaza Hotel | Holiday Inn Hotel |
| Jupiters Townsville And Casino Hotel | Mercure Inn Hotel |
| Seagulls Resort | Ibis Hotel |
