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Chinese
Joss House
Description:
This Chinese Temple was built on a hill at Emu Point in the
1860's of hand-made bricks and red-painted timber. It is dedicated
to Kuan Gung, a military hero of the third century who restored
peace and prosperity to China after the collapse of the Han
Dynasty. It is the oldest Australian joss house still in use.
Address:
Emu Pt, Bendigo.
Phone: (03) 5442 1685
Hours: Wed, Sat & Sun 11am-4pm |
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Goldfields
Mohair Farm
Description:
See the Angora goats and kids that produce mohair. Follow the
production cycle of mohair from "padock to pullover"
or browse in the showroom.
Address:
Maryborough Road, Lockwood, Victoria .
Phone: (03) 5435 3341
Hours: Open 10am to 5pm, 7 days a week.
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Old
Bendigo Post Office
Description:
This magnificent building in Pall mall now houses the Bendigo
Information Centre. It took 5 years to build at a cost of £50,000
and was the finest building in Bendigo at its opening in 1887.
It housed the Post Office until 1995. The Old Post Office now
also houses Bendigo's Tourist Information Centre.
Address:
Pall Mall, Bendigo.
Phone: 1800 813 153
Hours: From 9 to 5, seven days a week.
Web: Visitor
Information Centre |
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Sacred
Heart Cathedral
Description:
Construction of this cathedral began in 1896 and continued until
1908 before lapsing through lack of funds until 1954 when work
recommenced. It was completed in 1977. Dominating the Bendigo
skyline, it is built of Geelong sandstone and the tallest spire
is 86.6 metres with the bronze cross at its apex weighing 3
tonnes and standing 7 metres.
Address:
High St, Bendigo.
Phone: N/A
Hours: Open for inspection at most times.
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Shamrock
Hotel Tour
Description:
Discover the jewel in the crown of the Victorian Goldfields
in this hour long guided tour of Bendigo's famous shamrock Hotel.
Address:
Cnr Pall Mall and Williamson Sts, Bendigo.
Phone: (03) 5443 0333
Hours: Open daily
Web: www.shamrockbendigo.com.au
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Memorial
Military Museum
Description:
The Memorial Hall stands as a monument to the everlasting glory
of Bendigo soldiers who made the ultimate sacrifice for justice
and freedom, and expresses the gratitude and homage of their
fellow citizens.
Address: Memorial Gardens (Rosalind Park),
Pall Mall, Bendigo
Phone: N/As
Hours: 10am to 4pm (Weekdays & Sunday)
Web: www.rslclub.com.au/museum |
