There's A Lot Of History On The Sunshine Coast

The Sunshine Coast in Australia is more than just a holiday spot to spend time on the beach or visit attractions, it also has a very rich history. Those who really enjoy history will want to spend some time at some or all the historical areas talked about here. These historical places are great for the whole family providing fun and education along with an insight into Aussie pride. Two of the original drivers bringing people to this land are the gold and timber, and these are interwoven into the history here.

The Sunshine Castle Bli Bli is a unique experience all its own. This very famous Sunshine Coast tourist attraction offers the opportunity for visitors to take themselves back in time at medieval times. This incredible Norman Castle has everything from a moat to a draw bridge and the turrets and towers make it feel like you have taken a trip back to simpler times. There are several different exhibits throughout the castle all of which help increase the authenticity of the experience and with a fun treasure hunt for the kids this is one that the whole family will enjoy.

The beautiful Dicky Beach contains another historical component on the Sunshine Coast. Here you will find an amazing relic, the steamship SS Dicky, washed ashore by a cylcone in the year 1893. You have to see it in person as it is an incredible thing to view.

Another historical option is a bumpy trip on an old steam engine, the Valley Rattler, winding through the Mary River Valley. During the trip stops will include Gimpie, an old mining town where gold was mined for over fifty years, along with stops at some other antique rail stations for a feel of the really olden times. This will provide immense fun for the whole family, and there are tours available in the mornings and afternoons.

Traveling about on your Sunshine Coast historical tour has to include a stop at the Landsborough Shire Council Chambers fully designed by the famous architect Walter Carey Voller in 1924, and then with local timbers the construction was done in 1988. This wondrous hall has lots of history included with many exhibits of photos, documents and artifacts, a fantastic way to end your tour of history on the Sunshine Coast.

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