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The Boatshed is an iconic building
located on the shores of Dove Lake

HISTORIC HOBART MONA ANIMAL ENCOUNTERS
Just steps away from the Hobart waterfront lie The Museum of Old and New Art (Mona) in Tasmania may be famous for the Tasmanian
the historic neighbourhoods of Salamanca and Hobart hosts Australia’s largest private art devil, but the island is also well known for its
Battery Point. Battery Point is an easy stroll from collection, including a range of ancient, Egyptian populations of quolls, wombats, pademelons,
downtown Hobart and is where you can discover mummies. It’s well known for its controversial seals and penguins. Bicheno is the place to
heritage homes on a self-guided walk. Afterwards, and thought-provoking artwork. The museum is watch the cute Little penguins, while Bruny Island
grab a drink or meal at the famous Shipwright’s accessible by car, but perhaps more enjoyable is is great for spotting seals, dolphins and whales.
Arms Hotel. From here, walk down Kelly’s Steps the 25 minute ferry ride from Brooke Street Pier. Wombat lovers should visit the boardwalk at
to the towering, sandstone warehouses of Mona is also the home of the annual Dark Mofo Cradle Mountain, where is not unusual to spot
Salamanca Place. These buildings have been celebration where special exhibits, events and these large marsupials feeding in the tussock
tastefully converted into galleries, boutiques, concerts are held regularly. After browsing, enjoy grass. To see and learn about devils and quolls,
restaurants and whisky bars. Salamanca is also lunch or a glass of wine at one of the several head to Bonorong, Devils @ Cradle or Tasmanian
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home to the popular markets. dining options or bars. Devil Unzoo .

Salamanca Place Mona

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