Images of Melbourne Photographed by John Karmouche
About this book This book contains a collection of images of the City of Melbourne photographed by John Karmouche. These are the "nooks and crannies" that a visitor is likely to miss.
Melbourne, Australia Melbourne is a city with a population of almost 4 million, situated at the northern tip of Port Phillip Bay in the State of Victoria. From its inception as a site for a village in 1835, it has grown through the Gold Rush which started in the 1850s which accelerated its growth on the proceeds of gold, the home of Australia's first Parliament after Federation in 1901 to become the second largest Australian city and a major port and centre of industry in its own right. Melbourne is a city that retains many beautiful Heritage listed buildings, extensive bayside beaches, many cafe's and restaurants that have contribute to its laid back lifestyle. With its excellent public transport and tram network it is easy to get around and easily navigable for visitors who aren't afraid to ask for directions from Melbourne residents who are friendly, hospitable and proud of their city. There are many things on offer in "marvelous Melbourne", the city acknowledged as the Shopping Capital of Australia. Visitors often fall prey to the fame accorded to the other large city north of the Murray River and fail to allocate enough time to their stay in Melbourne. The truth is - there is enough to keep one occupied for six weeks or more, all within a days drive of the centre of town! John Karmouche February 2009 1
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Contact information Photographs by John Karmouche Address: PO Box 1106 BLACBURN NORTH VIC 3130 AUSTRALIA Phone: + 61 3 9877 3004 Email:
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Images of Melbourne photographed by John Karmouche