A World Heritage Area for their natural or historic significance, the spectacular Tasmanian Wilderness is protected and conserved for the benefit of all nations.

Hobart in the South-East is Tasmania's capital, the centre of commerce and industry, and the second oldest city in Australia behind Sydney, settled in 1804 on the mouth of  the River Derwent against the stunning backdrop of Mount Wellington. With its astonishing harbour and historic buildings, Hobart, one of the most attractive Australian cities and the perfect first step for exploration of the southern part of the island state, is worth visited.  

Area: 1,360 sq km
Population: 129,000
Country: Australia
Time Zone: GMT/UTC +10
Telephone Area Code: 03

The classic colonial sandstone architecture of buildings such as Parliament House is an impressive sight along visitors' walking tour -- just simply roaming around the city centre by foot.   Close to the city centre, there exits the Theatre Royal founded in 1837 which is the still operating oldest theatre, and the Anglesea Barracks established in 1814, the oldest military which is now used by the Army and welcoming the public inspectors.

Besides those historical landmarks,  there are also the criminal courts and penitentiary (1834) as well as St. David's Cathedral and Franklin Square which are close to the city centre.  Don't forget to visit the suburb of Battery Point for its unique history!