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Geelong



 
Geelong is located at the southern part of Australia and is an important city in the state of Victoria. This is the second largest city in the state. The name of Geelong is well known around the world for the Geelong Football Club and Supercats. The perfect scenic locations of the city have made it a favourite with the directors of films and serials. Deakin University is also located in this city apart from this there are many renowned secondary and high schools. The city is home to many major companies like Ford Motor Company and Shell. The city also has a port near it. The city is now administered by the city council. The representatives to the council are elected every three years and are divided into twelve wards.

Aboriginal tribes used to reside in the area where the Geelong city is now located. The white settlement began since the 19th century and during the gold rush days the town experienced a population expansion. Culturally and economically also the town grew very fast. Officially the city came into being in the year 1836.

The Geelong is located by the Corio Bay where the port is located. The Barwon River also flows though the city. The climate of Geelong is moderate and there are no extremities in the weather of the city. Precipitation continues almost throughout the year. The yearly rainfall average is around 551.8 millimeter. The average annual temperature ranges from 13.9 degree Celsius to 24.7 degree Celsius approximately.

The natural splendours of the city attract numerous tourists each year. The main places of attraction in Geelong are You Yangs which is a granite park, Bells Beach, National Wool Museum, Old Geelong Gaol, Kardinia Park, Avalon raceway, Fort Queenscliff and the Mritime Museum. One can plan a vacation to Geelong during the numerous festivals and events which take place in the city. The Mredith Music Festival, Pako Festa, Poppykettle festival, Australian International Airshow are a few of them. Among the popular waterfront attractions the names of Bellarine Peninsula, Great Ocean Road and the Shipwreck Coast need special mention. Geelong is a perfect place for a sport enthusiast as it offers various sporting opportunities on land, water and air. The art galleries in Geelong are in operation since the 19th century and displays both European and Australian art.
  • Some of the popular hotels in Geelong are:
  • Comfort Inn Bay City
  • Comfort Inn Parkside Geelong
  • Four Points by Sheraton Geelong
  • Comfort Inn eastern Sands City Centre
  • Sundowner Geelong
There are numerous restaurants in Geelong which serves various kinds of cuisine and dishes from around the world. Sailor�s Rest, The Bended Elbow, Oakdene, Shiraaz Indian Restaurant and Fishermen�s Pier are few well known restaurants of this city.
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