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Tasmania
is an Australian island and state. It is located 240 kilometres (150 mi)
south of the eastern side of the continent, from which it is separated by
Bass Strait. The state includes the island of Tasmania and the surrounding
islands. The state has a population of 500,000, of whom almost half reside
in the greater Hobart precinct.
Tasmania is promoted as the natural state and the "island of
inspiration" owing to its large and relatively unspoiled natural
environment. Almost 37% of Tasmania lies in reserves, national parks and
World Heritage Sites.
Located south of mainland Australia is Tasmania, one of the world's most
picturesque islands. Rugged mountains, rolling pastures, dense ancient forest
and pristine white beaches provide the setting for a holiday that can be as busy or relaxed as you like.
Tasmania's wilderness is surprisingly accessible. An hour's drive from the
capital, Hobart, or the second city, Launceston, and visitors can be in native
forest or a national park. That's the beauty of this island, amazing diversity
in a compact space.
Port Arthur Historic Site is located 100 km south of Hobart and is one of
Australia's most significant historic sites. Port Arthur offers a combination of convict history, spectacular scenery and magnificent waterways. Visitors have
access to a wide range of activities including 40 hectares of grounds, 30 buildings and ruins, historical walking tours, harbour cruises, museums and
audiovisuals.
The Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area covers approximately 20
percent of the land area of Tasmania. Explore the wide variety of vegetation,
the caves and rock formations or spot the largest marsupial carnivore, the
Tasmanian Devil.
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