About Melbourne’s geographical location, weather, and longitude and latitude issues

Longitude and latitude: 37 degrees 50 minutes south latitude and 144 degrees 58 minutes east longitude. It has a temperate maritime climate. It is mild and rainy all year round. Melbourne is an important city in Australia and is very suitable for people to live in. Melbourne is an economically developed city in Australia. The second largest city, it is the capital of Victoria, known as the "Garden State", and is also an industrial center in Australia. Melbourne is famous for its greenery, fashion, food, entertainment, cultural and sporting activities. Melbourne's green coverage rate is as high as 40%. Victorian buildings, trams, various theaters, galleries, museums, and tree-lined gardens and streets constitute the elegant style of Melbourne.

Melbourne is a city full of vitality and joy. Although it is not as gorgeous as Sydney, the largest city, it is not as quiet as other small Australian cities; it has everything from the diversity of culture and art to the beauty of nature. , in terms of satisfying sensory entertainment, Melbourne can be said to be the best in Australia. Whether it is art, culture, entertainment, food, shopping and business, everything has its own characteristics; Melbourne has successfully integrated humanity and nature, and has been ranked among the best for many years. The Washington-based Population Action International named it the "most livable city in the world."

Melbourne is a port city located in the southeast of Australia. It has a temperate climate. People like to go to the beach in summer. The daytime temperature in summer can reach up to nearly 40 degrees Celsius all year round. The temperature difference between Melbourne day and night In summer, even if the temperature reaches more than 30 degrees during the day, it will cool down to about 12 degrees at night. Winter is not too cold. The daytime temperature in winter is generally above 10 degrees Celsius. It does not snow in winter. However, there are many mountains around Melbourne. In winter, there is snow on the cold mountains. Therefore, every winter, the mountains near Melbourne are... Great place to ski.

Melbourne’s current population is about 3.4 million (the 2001 Australian Census result was more than 3.24 million), and it is a city where immigrants gather. Most new immigrants to Australia go to Melbourne and Sydney. Now (2006 data) approximately 100,000 new immigrants arrive in Australia every year, and about one-third of them settle in Melbourne. Immigrants started their new life in Melbourne, but at the same time they also brought their own national traditions and habits. One-third of Melbourne residents are immigrants born outside Australia, and as many as 70 languages ​​are spoken in Melbourne. In addition to the main language English, Greek, Italian, French, Spanish, Chinese, Vietnamese, Lebanese Various languages ​​such as Chinese and Korean are spoken. Different ethnic groups live together in districts, with different styles in living habits, festivals, and dining, bringing a rich multicultural flavor to Melbourne.

Historical overview

Before 1835, Melbourne was basically uninhabited. In 1840, Melbourne's population was 10,000. In 1851, gold mines were discovered in Melbourne. A large number of people from all over the world came to Melbourne to dig for gold, including a large number of Chinese workers. Due to the gold rush, Melbourne's population grew rapidly. In 1851, the population was 29,000. By 1854, it had reached 123,000, eclipsing San Francisco (San Francisco) in the United States, which is rich in gold. Therefore, Melbourne is also known as For Xinjinshan.

Melbourne is an important industrial town in Australia. Heavy machinery, textiles, papermaking, electronics, chemicals, metal processing, automobiles, clothing, food and other industries are all prosperous, and the degree of industrial modernization is very high. Commerce, finance, transportation, etc. are all very developed. Melbourne also has a modern and busy port, Port Melbourne.

Melbourne was once the capital of Australia (1901 – 1927). In 1927, Australia moved its capital to Canberra.

Melbourne is a prosperous city in the southern hemisphere. In its early years, it was more prosperous than Sydney, Australia's current largest city. As early as 1956, Melbourne hosted the 16th Summer Olympics, which was the first time the Summer Olympics were held in the Southern Hemisphere.

Tourist Attractions

Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne

The Royal Botanic Gardens of Melbourne, built in 1845, is located about five kilometers south of downtown Melbourne. place. The garden is decorated with 19th-century garden art, and contains a large number of rare plants and plants unique to Australia. The botanical garden covers an area of ​​40 hectares. It still retains some buildings and styles from the last century, and brings together more than 30,000 kinds of exotic flowers. Grassland is one of the best designed botanical gardens in the world.

Chinatown

Chinatown is Litte Bourke Street. There are many Chinese restaurants with Chinese signs everywhere, full of oriental flavor. It is the earliest concentration of Chinese in Australia.

The Old Parliament Building

Built in 1856, it is the current seat of the Legislative Assembly of the Province of Victoria. The building is beautiful and unique. Because the old Parliament Building is located not far from the Melbourne Marriage Registration Office on the same street, newlyweds and wedding guests often take pictures here.

Como House

On Como Ave in South Yarra, it was the home of a wealthy businessman during the colonial period. The main building is a two-story old house. This home occupies It's half a street wide. The descendants of the wealthy businessman sold the property to the Australian National Heritage Fund, and the mansion became a tourist attraction open to the public.

Financial Street

Collins Street is called Financial Street because the head offices of many Australian banks are on this street.

Urban Transportation

Melbourne is a developed city with many tall buildings and modern equipment. Public transportation is very convenient, including trains, trams and cars.

Melbourne’s central street is bounded by Spencer Street to the west, Flinders Street along the Yarra River to the south, Spring Street lined with magnificent buildings such as the State House of Parliament and the Treasury Building, and Victoria Street to the north. The street formed a square of about 2 kilometers. The chessboard-shaped city surrounded by these four streets is the cityscape of Melbourne's main streets.

The main means of transportation in Melbourne is the city train. Unlike the subway, most of it runs above the ground and only runs underground in the city center area. The trains here run through the main transportation arteries and major population residential areas. Since the center of Melbourne is a relatively busy commercial center, many people take the train instead because they cannot park their private cars when going to work. At the same time, it also carries students to school. Main means of transportation. The price of Melbourne's public transportation tickets is divided by region and time, and the tickets are universal for trains, trams, and buses. Tickets can be purchased at the automatic ticket vending machines at each station. They are usually divided into 2-hour tickets (you can take the trains, trams, and buses in the area any number of times within two hours), all-day tickets, weekly tickets, monthly tickets, and For annual passes, the longer you buy them, the more favorable the price will be. In addition to being related to time, fares are also related to regional divisions. In Melbourne, the main urban areas are divided into three regions. If you ride across regions, the fare will increase relatively.

Melbourne’s buses are an auxiliary means of transportation in addition to trains. They can reach areas that are relatively inaccessible to trains, but the frequency of buses is relatively small, usually every 15 to 30 minutes.

Trams are one of the characteristics of Melbourne. Melbourne is the only city in Australia with trams. Melbourne's tram network extends in all directions and plays an important role as public transportation. The latest Melbourne trams can carry 140 passengers each. The Melbourne City Government often calls on citizens to take more trams and reduce the use of private cars through advertisements. In the center of Melbourne, there is a city-circling tram line that allows local citizens and tourists to ride for free, making it easier for everyone to enjoy Melbourne's urban scenery. Its walking route goes around the periphery of the city center and passes many tourist attractions along the way, including Victoria Market, Melbourne Parliament Building, Crown Casino, Royal Exhibition Hall, IMAX Cinema, Melbourne Old Gaol, Melbourne Central in the center of Melbourne, etc.

Introduction to famous institutions:

University of Melbourne

Founded in 1853, the University of Melbourne is a research, teaching and knowledge transfer institution that has made outstanding contributions to society. Public welfare institution.

As an excellent academic institution, the University of Melbourne adheres to the tradition of keeping its commitments and upholds the academic values ​​of intellectual freedom, integrity, openness and rigor.

As a As an excellent research institution, the University of Melbourne aims to strengthen its core intellectual disciplines, open up new ideas for scientific understanding, and support unconventional research methods in important and innovative fields.

As an excellent teaching institution, the University of Melbourne's The purpose is to attract outstanding students from the widest range of backgrounds and provide excellent education.

As a public welfare institution, the University of Melbourne focuses on research, student learning and external intervention for public service purposes, including for Engage in research on pressing social issues, develop graduates' sense of responsibility, and promote inquiry and public debate based on evidence and reason.

As an institution engaged in international affairs, the University of Melbourne works with its overseas counterparts to face wisdom together , ingenuity and respect for the global challenges of humanity.

As a strongly regional university, the University of Melbourne has reiterated its unique strengths. Its campuses still conduct face-to-face teaching and gather scholars from all over the world. The learning community embraces rapidly changing technologies. Outstanding scholars are here to lead students to open their minds and face the great unknowns: a place where a new generation can determine the value of the future.

The University of Melbourne must adapt to international standards and Challenges include changes in the national policy environment, international rankings, new market conditions and new students receiving higher education.

The future of the University will depend on its ability to deliver a 'triple helix' academic programme. The University of Melbourne excels as an institution not just in research, but in making ideas and knowledge available to students, staff and the wider community. It is applied in the work and life of the public.

Shopping Guide

Melbourne is a good place for shopping, with 80% of the textile and shoe manufacturers in Australia setting up factories here.

The cleverly designed shopping streets are mainly concentrated in the street between Swanston Street and Elizabeth Street in the city center. When you go deep into it, you will not only be amazed at the comprehensive range of products, but also marvel at the gorgeously decorated arched arcade.

Shopping in Melbourne is definitely a pleasure. The business district in the city center is quite concentrated, and the main shopping areas can be reached within walking distance from hotels in the city. The busiest street is Bourke Street, where many large department stores such as Myer and David Jones have branches.

The unique Collins Street is not only a financial street full of banks, but also a concentration of world-famous brands. If you want to buy something special, Australia on Collins is a good choice. Even a casual stroll through the alleys and shops around a few centers will yield unexpected results. South Yarra, not far from the city, is also a shopping paradise not to be missed. The main shopping areas here are Chapel Street and Toorak Road, which sell high-end fashion. Here you can Enjoy shopping, exquisite showcases and street views. Brunswick Street, located in the Fitzroy District, has many exquisite shops offering handmade jewelry, art and sculptures.

The Queen Victoria Market

Located at the intersection of Elizabeth Street and Victoria Street, it is a famous traditional meat, vegetable and fruit market, and there are also many dry goods stalls. There are noisy cries and lively bargaining. More than 1,000 stalls sell a variety of meat, vegetables, fruits and daily necessities, from fresh meat to handicrafts, fashion accessories and antique trinkets.

Queen Victoria Market opening hours:

Tuesday 6:00am-2:00pm

Thursday 6:00am-2:00pm

Friday morning 6:00am-6:00pm

Saturday morning 6:00am-3:00pm

Sunday morning 6:00am-4pm :00

Victorian Arts Center Market

Located at 100 St Kilda Road, it is the most famous art sales market. Walking through the city and across the Yarra River, you can see this market. The market is characterized by its diverse merchandise, whether it is traditional or modern pottery, handmade picture frames, jewelry and hand-painted silk clothing, you can find it here. Opening hours are Sunday 9:00am-6:00pm.

Leisure and Entertainment

Melbourne has always been regarded as the center of culture and art in Australia. Visitors here must not miss the various performances. From world-class opera performances to the latest Broadway shows, ballet, theater or concerts, the Victoria Arts Center offers a wide range of options you won’t want to miss. Melbourne also has many nightclubs, live music and comedy shows.

Crown Casino

Crown Casino is not only the most luxurious and largest casino in Australia, but also the largest casino in the southern hemisphere. It opened in 1994 and is located on the south bank of the Yarra River. In order to reduce the color of gambling, the official name of the casino is Crown Entertainment Center, which includes the five-star Crown Hotel, a large conference center and health and beauty facilities. It also has a series of entertainment and leisure facilities, including a casino with gambling slot machines. There is a 24-hour casino, many shops with famous brands, 14 cinemas, many restaurants and bars, and a performance center that can accommodate 2,000 people.

Famous Food

Victoria is an important producer of Australian milk (cheese), wine, meat, fish, fruit and game. Due to its rich products and long-standing diet Culture, Melbourne has become a paradise for food. The best places to taste include: St Kilda Road in South Yarra, Lygon Street in Carlton (the famous Italian food district), Fitzroy District ( Fitzroy) and Brunswick Street (a popular center of coffee culture). Don’t forget to take a trip to Southgate. There you can enjoy delicious food while admiring the scenery of the Yarra River. In addition, China Town, located on Little Bourke Street, also has a variety of Chinese dishes.

At the South Gate, diners can enjoy the view of the Yarra River while dining. There are many types of Chinese dishes to choose from in Melbourne's Chinatown. The tram restaurant runs on the streets of Melbourne's market. Visitors can enjoy delicious food and Famous Australian wines (various wines and beers), juice, coffee and milk at the buffet.

Colonial Tramcar Restaurant

(Colonial Tramcar Restaurant) can provide an opportunity to eat and watch at the same time. While enjoying food and wine, you can enjoy the street view by car.

Hard Rock Cafe is located on the corner of Bourke Street.

Change the scenery as you move

One of the most attractive places in Melbourne is visiting the penguins on Phillip Island. It has become one of the must-see attractions for tourists visiting Melbourne. You can see the world's smallest penguins there (adult penguins are about 30 centimeters tall); in addition, the Victoria Art Center, which concentrates the essence of Australian traditional art, has become a symbol of Melbourne and is not to be missed; if you want to experience the grandeur of Melbourne gardens, the Royal The Botanical Garden is also a great place that a lot of visitors take aback.

The "Australian Formula One" around the Albert Park track, the "Australian Open", one of the four major international tennis Opens in the world, and the "Melbourne" international horse racing, which ranks first in Australia Cup" and other annual international sports events are held in Melbourne.

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Attraction list:

Princess Phillip Island Theater in Fitzroy Park

Captain Cook's Cottage Regent Theater in Kings Park

Victorian Arts Center Safari Great Ocean Road