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Launceston and Tamar Valley Tasmania Map - Travel Directory - Click for more travel info.Launceston is northern Tasmania's regional centre. It is located on the Tamar River and was founded in 1806. This makes it Australia's third oldest city. It is noted for it's beautiful historic buildings. The best way to appreciate Launceston's history is to visit the information centre where they will give you free maps and guides to walking around the city. Launceston is a vibrant cosmopolitan city with lots of accommodation, restaurants and things to do. Nearby is Cataract Gorge Reserve which has some aw inspiring views and is perhaps the best park in Launceston. Close to Cataract Gorge Reserve is the Penny Royal World. Here there is a working cornmill and a restored tramline which connects to the Penny Royal Gunpowder Mill. For automobile buffs Launceston has the National Automobile Museum of Tasmania. For beer lovers Boags Brewery has guided tours of it's brewery. On the city outskirts is the Launceston Country Club Casino. This is Tasmania's second casino the other being Wrestpoint in Hobart. West of Launceston is Mole Creek Karts National Park which is famous for it's caves. In particular the glow worm display in Marakoopa cave is the largest in Australia accessible to the general public. To the north of Launceston is the Tamar River Valley. This area is renowned for its wines and fine food. If you enjoy wine then self drive or organised tours of the areas wineries is a good option fro a day trip. The Tamar Valley has some of Tasmania's best restaurant's which showcase produce and wines produced in the region Several different cruises are available on the river itself as well as the Cataract Gorge. These offer a good way to see the area from a different perspective. In the Launceston region the choice in accommodation is huge. It can get busy at all times of the year as Launceston is a popular conference destination so it is wise to book early.
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