Hobart
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4 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Hobart
Welcome to Hobart, the capital city of Tasmania and the starting point for our multi-day tour. As a scholar of urban geography, I invite you to look beyond the modern facade of this harbor city to appreciate its deep historical…
Listen in the app2The Waterfront and Sullivans Cove
The waterfront of Hobart, specifically Sullivans Cove, is the historic heart of the city and the site where Lieutenant Governor David Collins first established the settlement in 1804. To understand Hobart, one must understand its…
Listen in the app3Battery Point and Colonial Heritage
Ascending the Kelly’s Steps from Salamanca leads you into Battery Point, Hobart's most historic residential suburb. Established in the early 1800s, Battery Point was named after the battery of guns that once guarded the harbor…
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As we conclude our audio guide for Hobart, it is worth reflecting on the city's unique position in the Australian landscape. Hobart is a city defined by its boundaries: the river on one side and the mountain on the other. …
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What is Hobart?
Hobart is a place with 4 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Type | Activity |
|---|---|
| Story sections | 4 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | -42.8858, 147.3312 |
| Last updated |
