Things to do after study in Australia

Things to Do after Study in Australia

With year-round sunshine, a laid back lifestyle, and TV shows like Home and Away showing every day as a beach day, backpackers love Australia. Some love it so much they opt to stay for a full year, taking on odd jobs in order to bask in the Land Down Under for a little longer.

No matter how long you’re in Australia, you need to make the most of it. That means making your way through as many of these ‘once in a lifetime’ experiences as possible.

Sydney Harbour Bridge

The largest steel arch bridge in the world, the Sydney Harbour Bridge is an iconic landmark spanning one of the finest natural harbors known to mankind. Opened in 1932, the bridge is fondly nicknamed the Coat hanger by Sydneysiders. You can walk and cycle across the bridge or climb to the top for stunning views.

The walk to the top of the Harbour Bridge's southern pylon lookout offers a sky-high view for just $15

During the construction of the Sydney Harbour Bridge from 1923 – 1932 amazingly (and sadly) only 16 men died from bridge-related work, of those 16, only 2 fell to their deaths from the bridge. 7. Vincent Kelly is the only known survivor of a fall from the bridge.

Drive on the Great Ocean Road

One of Australia's most scenic drives, the Great Ocean Road is a magnificent three-day self-drive touring route from surf capital Torquay to the famous 12 Apostles, ending at historic fishing village Port Fairy.

The Great Ocean Road starts at Torquay and travels 243 kilometers westward to finish at Allansford near Warrnambool, the largest city along the road.

February-March or October-November are the best times to visit Great Ocean Road. Outside of the peak tourist season, but still bringing warm weather and relatively dry days, these months offer off-peak prices and thinning crowds.

It is famous because it Completed in 1932, the Great Ocean Road was built as a memorial to Victoria's First World War servicemen and women, and it serves as a lasting reminder of their war service and sacrifice.

Kangaroo Island

Kangaroo Island lies off the mainland of South Australia, southwest of Adelaide. Over a third of the island is protected in nature reserves, home to native wildlife like sea lions, koalas, and diverse bird species. In the west, Flinders Chase National Park is known for penguin colonies and striking coastal rock formations, like the sculpted Remarkable Rocks and the stalactite-covered Admirals Arch.

The name is a giveaway when it comes to what’s in store for you here. Kangaroo Island is just off the coast of Adelaide and is the perfect place to see real-life roos as they hop about their natural habitat. Lucky visitors will catch a glimpse of a koala too.

Scuba Diving – Quicksilver Great B

The Great Barrier Reef, off the coast of Q arrier Reef Cruiseueensland in northeastern Australia, is the largest living thing on Earth. It is even visible from outer space. The 2,300km-long ecosystem comprises thousands of reefs and hundreds of islands made of over 600 types of hard and soft coral. It’s home to countless species of colorful fish, mollusks and starfish, plus turtles, dolphins, and sharks.

I got to witness a baby shark, got to pet some sea animals. It was definitely the biggest reef I’ve ever been to!

I I love sharing facts with you guys. Here are some facts I learned:

More than 1,500 fish species live on the reef.

Around 10 percent of the world’s total fish species can be found just within theGreat Barrier Reef.

The Great Barrier Reef is the world’s largest reef system.

The Great Barrier Reef is composed of over 2,900 individual reefs.

The Great Barrier Reef has over 900 islands stretching for over 2,600 kilometers.

The Great Barrier Reef can be seen from outer space.

The Great Barrier Reef is greater in size than Tasmania and Victoria combined.

The Great Barrier Reef is greater in size than the United Kingdom, Holland, and Switzerland combined.

The Great Barrier Reef is approximately the same area as Italy, Germany, Malaysia, or Japan.

The Great Barrier Reef is roughly half the size of Texas.

These are your reasons why you should go and explore under the sea at the Great Barrier Reef!

Sydney Opera House

The Sydney Opera House is a multi-venue performing arts center at Sydney Harbour in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. It is one of the 20th century's most famous and distinctive buildings.

The Sydney Opera House is one of the most-photographed buildings in the world, known for its unique use of a series of gleaming white sail-shaped shells as its roof structure. The iconic performing arts facility in Sydney's best-known landmark.

Its Construction was expected to take four years. It took 14 years. Work commenced in 1959 and involved 10,000 construction workers. Paul Robeson was the first person to perform at the Sydney Opera House

Sydney Opera House cost was AU$42 (about $30) for adults and AU$22 (around $15) for children. Family tickets, which include two adults and two children, cost AU$105 (about $70), and discounted tickets are offered for seniors and students 16 and older.