There are 20 historical sites in Australian Capital Territory
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The Captain James Cook Memorial was built by the Commonwealth Government to commemorate the Bicentenary of Captain James Cook's first sighting of the east coast of Australia. The memorial includes a water jet located in the central basin and a skeleton globe sculpture at Regatta Point of Lake Burley Griffin in Canberra, showing the paths of Cook's expeditions.
The Australian Army Memorial on Anzac Parade commemorates the service of Australian soldiers.Australian soldiers have fought as a national group in conflicts since the Second Boer War in South Africa. This memorial commemorates their continuing tradition of service, in war, conflict and peace operations.The memorial was unveiled by the Governor-General of Australia, The Hon.
Come to the heart of Australia's democracy, Australian Parliament House!
Shrine and museum built as a visual focus for the country's gratefulness for military sacrifice.
The Australian War Memorial is a place of remembrance and reflection, honouring the sacrifices of those who have died in war.
Blundells Cottage is a heritage-listed six-roomed stone cottage located on the northern shore of Lake Burley Griffin, in Canberra, Australia.
Calthorpes' House is a heritage-listed house located at 24 Mugga Way, Red Hill, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory.
Built by the National Capital Development Commission on behalf of the Commonwealth Government, the jet commemorates the bicentenary of Captain James Cook's discovery of the east coast of Australia.
Government House Viewpoint The Governor-General's Residence has a long history before its current important function.
Organized by UNSW Canberra in Old Parliament House, the Prime Minister John Howard's Library houses over 10,000 personal papers, official records, political memorabilia, photographs and documents
The Cunninghams built the present Lanyon homestead from local fieldstone in 1859.
Beginning at approximately 4:45 p.m. AEDT, the Memorial will bid farewell to visitors with its moving Last Message Ceremony in the Memorial Courtyard.
The ACT Legislative Assembly is the youngest legislature in Australia.
Magna Carta Square, Parkes.
Guided tours are given of this small, rustic cottage built in 1838 featuring historical furnishings.
The admission to the Museum of Australian Democracy Old Parliament is free but reservations are required.
On 31 May 2017 His Excellency the Honorable General Sir Peter Cosgrove AK MC (retd), Governor General of the Commonwealth of Australia dedicated a memorial to Australians who volunteered and fought in the nation's first war.
Seat of Federal Parliament for 61 years until 1988, now housing the Museum of Australian Democracy.
A symbol of the ongoing reconciliation process, Reconciliation Place is located between at the heart of Australian democratic and cultural life.
New world class music performance venue for Canberra.