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The Yarra Valley & Surrounds

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The Yarra Valley & Surrounds by Kornelia Freeman is a comprehensive exploration of a historically rich region in Australia. This book delves into the Yarra Valley's transformation over time, highlighting its cultural heritage, military significance, and natural beauty. It's an insightful guide that captures the essence of a pivotal area from a historical perspective.
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This book may appeal to you if you have an interest in the rich history and diverse military heritage of the Yarra Valley and its surrounding regions. You'll enjoy exploring the captivating tales and enduring cultural significance that have shaped this beautiful part of the world, as well as discovering intriguing historical anecdotes and insights provided by the author.

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The Yarra Valley & Surrounds

The Yarra Valley and surrounding areas - with its misty mornings, vineyards of gold, giant trees and unique attractions - is a place of wonder and inspiration.

The Yarra Valley and surrounding areas - with its misty mornings, vineyards of gold, giant trees and unique attractions - is a place of wonder and inspiration.

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The Yarra Valley and surrounding areas—with its misty mornings, vineyards of gold, giant trees and unique attractions—is a place of wonder and inspiration.

This beautifully produced book includes stunning photos and historic information about all of the points of interest in the Yarra Valley, from the famous Healesville Sanctuary, the early pioneer farm Gulf Station, hot air balloon rides, and the Singing Gardens of C. J. Dennis at Toolangi, to Bruno's Art & Sculpture Garden in Marysville, the picturesque Alowyn Gardens at Yarra Glen, the beautiful Blue Lotus Water Garden near Warburton, a walk back in time at the Upper Yarra Museum, and the many award-winning wineries.

Little-known places of beauty include the giant Californian Redwoods on the Warburton River walk, Marysville's Lady Talbot Drive and Platts Falls. With over 300 stunning photos together with insightful captions, this book will be keenly sought by residents, tourists, as well as nature lovers and history buffs.

The Yarra Valley & Surrounds is the second book in the Portraits of Victoria series, the first being The Dandenong Ranges.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781922129000

Publisher: Melbourne Books

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 01 September 2012

Country: Australia

Imprint: Melbourne Books

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 18.0mm

Width: 220.0mm

Height: 257.0mm

Weight: 864g

Pages: 174

About the Author

Kornelia Freeman and Ulo Pukk are the authors of the Portraits of Victoria series.They are both photographers, naturalists and historians. Their passion for the natural beauty of Victoria and understanding of its' rich history shines through on every page.

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