HOBART (TASMANIA, AUSTRALIA)

If you like to go on a holiday filled with cultural activities and beautiful nature, Hobart is the place to be! It’s the capital of Tasmania, the smallest island state in Australia. Hobart is the second oldest capital in Australia, after Sydney.
You can find Mt Wellington right above Hobart. This is the perfect place for mountain and bushwalking. Below the mountain, Derwent River is a reminder of Hobart’s maritime past. The Royal Hobart Regatta comes here with boats of all kinds in February and tourists can sail on tall ships all year long.
There is a lot more to discover in Hobart besides the beautiful nature. Lovers of food are spoiled by the restaurants in Hobart. Tasmanian is known as a centre of food and wine. Hobart offers these delicious things every Saturday at the well-known Salamanca Market. You can also visit one of the many bars and restaurants of Salamanca. Salamanca Place also offers cultural and arts festivals in summer and winter.
If you’re interested in culture, you can visit the Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery or have a look at Port Arthur etc. Hobart has an interesting culture and history to offer.
Hobart has changed a lot in the past few years. It has grown from a small city into a touristic holiday destination. The future of Hobart is rosy so it’s not surprising that Lonely Planet has called Hobart one of the top ten spots to visit in the world. 
The friendly people of Hobart are waiting to welcome you, what are you waiting for?

Other sites to visit

- https://www.australia.com/explore/cities/hobart.aspx
- https://www.hobartcity.com.au/Home

Reading comprehension: questions

1.       What is the smallest island state of Australia?

2.       Which capital of Australia is the oldest?

3.       What happens in February at the Derwent River?

4.       When can you visit the Salamanca Market?

5.       Who has called Hobart one of the top ten spots to visit in the world?