- Address: Elizabeth St, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia;
- Website: cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au;
- Phone: +61 2 9265 9333;
- Entrance: free;
- Visiting rules: complete prohibition of alcohol
Hyde Park in Sydney is located in the heart of the city. The famous Opera , the Royal Botanical Garden and the Cirqular Quay metro station, as well as the Museum of Art (between Hyde Park and the Garden) are very close by. The park has a history dating back to 1810, covering an area of about 16 hectares. It is divided into two, approximately the same area, the street Park Street.
What can I see?
Hyde Park in Sydney - a colorful and diverse place. Going on a trip, be prepared for a variety of experiences. You can see here many interesting attractions:
- Cathedral of the Holy Virgin Mary .
- Archibald Fountain.
- Military memorial complex.
- Mirror Maze.
- Obelisk.
The Cathedral of the Holy Virgin Mary does not belong to the ensemble of the park. He is on the border of the territory. Going on an excursion to Hyde Park, take some time to visit the cathedral.
Archibald Fountain
The opening took place in 1932. The fountain is remembered by its monumental sculptural composition and its decoration with water jets. It is itself a tourist attraction.
The construction of the fountain was due to the political relationship between France and Australia (after the First World War). In the center of the composition there are figures of ancient Roman gods - Theseus, Apollo and Diana.
The fountain was named John Archibald by chance. This Australian journalist was also a political figure in Australia, very much concerned about French culture.
Sculptures are cast from bronze, automatic jets control water jets, which is also connected to the online radio. The fountain is unusually beautiful in the evening, when the illuminating lights turn on.
War Memorial
The memorial complex in Hyde Park Sydney is dedicated to the Australian and New Zealand warriors who died in the First World War. It is located almost in the center of the park. This is a monumental, strict, majestic building. Inside there is a mini museum, the eternal fire burns, there is a unique crucifix.
Inside, you can climb to the balcony to see the composition from the top. Above the entrance to the memorial there is a bas-relief showing the course of the war. The way out of the memorial complex is directed towards the mirror lake, along which the alleys of trees are planted. Nearby there are lawns where you can relax after a long walk. In the evening, the building is illuminated, which is especially visible from viewing platforms.
Flora and fauna of the park
The territory is important paces ibises. Interesting birds on thin legs are found everywhere, where there is green grass. On the foot of each bird is a special bracelet. There are also many gulls, because the ocean is nearby. Birds feel free. Seagulls take food directly from their hands, so you can not have a snack in the park with fast food.
Flora is represented by a huge number of fig trees, real local palm trees and eucalyptus trees. The last in Hyde Park is a huge number of varieties. Throughout the territory a lot of flowerbeds of different shapes and sizes are broken, where flowers and flowering shrubs are planted.
For holidaymakers there are shops. Most of them are located near the fragrant flower beds.
Mirror Maze
On the territory of Hyde Park in a bizarre order is 81 mirror with four sides of the column. In mirrors everything is reflected, including visitors. It is impossible to get confused in it, however, be confused by the fact that it is not clear where the reality is, and where the illusiveness is very simple.
Mirror labyrinth is interesting not only for children, but for adults. Here you can make an unusual self for memory.
Obelisk
This landmark Hyde Park is difficult to miss. This is a full-size copy of the Egyptian obelisk "The Needle of Cleopatra". The structure was installed in the park in 1857. Interestingly, it does not tell us about any historical events. It's just an effectively disguised sewage gas outlet.
How to get here?
Go to Hyde Park by taxi. It's fast, but quite expensive. In the center of the city there is a monorail train. Its route is looped, so you need to closely monitor the stops. Another type of transport is metro-buses. In order not to make a mistake with the route, you must first study the map of their movement. Free tourist buses also run. With their help you can get to almost any point of interest, including Hyde Park.
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