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Early in the 1850’s Melbourne city was built and saw its biggest boom when gold was discovered in the area. During the gold rush, Melbourne developed into a trade and business center. Melbourne turned into an important train hub at the end of the 19th century and important industries developed and the harbor was expanded. Melbourne became the temporary venue for the government after the Australian Federation was founded in 1901. The government remained in Melbourne until 1927; even though the nation’s new capital Canberra was formed in 1913. Melbourne houses the second highest population being 38 million and is the capital of Victoria State and has been declared the best city globally.

Besides Melbourne being the centre of Cultural and Art activities, it is also associated with cricket, Commonwealth Games and Summer Olympics, and the MCG which is within walking distance from most hotel Melbourne locations. Melbourne hosts one of the main cricket grounds and every Boxing Day, cricket matches are hosted in Melbourne as well as football matches. On the 30 September 1854 the first cricket match took place in Melbourne and the match played between Victoria vs. NSW, was Melbourne’s first international cricket match. Many people tend to see Melbourne as a beautiful city with the Yarra River running through it and overlook the number of Melbourne beaches along Phillip Bay arc such as Brighten Beach and St Kilda Beach which are accessible from the city by tram. Located in Federation Square is the Ian Potter Center which houses the National Gallery of Victoria’s art collection in Australia and which is one of the largest in the world. Admission is free except for special exhibitions. Another fascinating landmark in Melbourne that dates back more than 120 years is the Queen Victoria Market which is the largest open air market in the southern hemisphere and offers a variety of tantalizing and fresh merchandise. Along the Southbank Promenade the Crown Casino Complex can be found, and houses an interesting collection of cafes, restaurants, shops and galleries besides the casino. Not only does Melbourne house beautiful historic attractions but is home to some of the most beautiful hotels which range from luxury to budget.

The Australian Center for the Moving Image is located at Federation Square with its large collection of exhibits and screen gallery, relating to Australian video, computer animation, screen based art and film, interactive installations and television. Entrance to this gallery is free and the gallery is open 7 days a week. Another breathtaking attraction is the Royal Botanic Gardens which covers 86 acres of extensive landscaped gardens featuring Australian flora and flora from around the world. There are self guided audio walks and free guided walks.

Along the Southbank Promenade the Crown Casino Complex can be found, and houses an interesting collection of cafes, restaurants, shops and galleries besides the casino. Not only does Melbourne house beautiful historic attractions but is home to some of the most beautiful hotels which range from luxury to budget.

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