Bridge Climb Sydney - A Great Gift Idea for Christmas

It's that time of year where we all try desperately to find really original and different presents for our friends and family. It's certainly a challenge but have no fear, I think I've found you the perfect solution!

If you are planning a trip to Sydney, or perhaps you are lucky enough to live here, then doing the Bridge Climb Sydney is a memorable and quite frankly, awesome experience. This would certainly be an unusual present that they are likely to remember for a lifetime.

So what makes the Bridge Climb Sydney so special?

Sydneys harbour is pretty spectacular at the best of times but seeing it from an elevated position from the top of the Harbour bridge, is quite simply breathtaking.

But you get more than that - you get 360 degree views of Sydney in its entirety. From its suburbs to its waters and even the Blue Mountains on a blue sky day.

The Harbour Bridge is an icon across the world not only for Sydney but for Australia. It is quite simply a masterpiece. No-one could have missed the amazing fireworks every New Year's Eve that get set off right on the bridge.

The climb itself is no longer than 2km and takes 3.5 hours in total (that includes the safety briefing.) I wouldn't advise doing the climb if you are afraid of heights or if you struggle to walk unaided (e.g. you need a stick) or if you are pregnant. Kids from 10 years up are able to join the walk so that should give you an idea of how difficult it is - not that difficult!

There's now a selection of climbs that you can take part in.

The Bridge Climb - this is the original climb (and probably still the best)

The Discovery Climb - this gives you a behind the scenes look at the bridge and takes you on the inner arch. You still go to the summit but they tell you more about the bridge on the way up and you are not on the outer arch.

The Express Climb - done in smaller groups so the climb takes less time (2 hours 15 mins) - good for those with limited time

Gift certificates range from approx $200 to $300 (cheaper for children) and it looks pretty swish when you open it up. It really will create a wow factor as a Christmas Gift.

For those of you who want to know more about the fabulous Harbour Bridge then here are some interesting facts that I learned on my Bridge Climb:

• The Total length of the Bridge is 1149 metres including the approach spans
• It took 272,000 litres of paint to give the bridge its initial 3 coats of paint
• Th Arch may rise or fall by 18cm due to heating or cooling
• There are approximately 6,000,000 rivets on the bridge

This really is a great experience that you could do as a family, as an individual or even a romantic way to propose to your girlfriend. Hopefully that's one more present you can tick of your list!

The author Jennifer Schellington has nearly 5 years experience of travel around Australia. www.realaustraliatravel.com offers essential advice about travel around Australia as well as great places to visit, including hidden gems that only the aussie's know about. Click here for more information on Sydney Bridge Climb

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Sydney: An Area Rich In Tradition And Culture

So many people travel to Sydney to see the Opera House and walk the streets of this lovely city. It is a tourist attraction most people have either visited, will visit, or at the very least have on their list of lifetime accomplishments. Most find upon arriving that Sydney is not only a wonderful holiday destination but an area that is rich in tradition and culture. Essentially Sydney is a historical wonderland.

There are two different peoples whose culture stands throughout the region. Aborigines and Torres Strait Islanders are the two groups and there are many different attractions you can visit while you are in Sydney that can help you truly experience all the history that is contained across Australia.

Cadigal Place is a wonderful gallery which is dedicated to the indigenous people of Australia and in particular those that originate in the region of Port Jackson. This is a museum that allows a full Aboriginal experience during which you can really see the differences in their art and culture, before and after their contact with other groups. Cadigal Place, at the Museum of Sydney, is a place to explore the traditional life of the original people of Australia.

If you are looking for an adventurous way to learn more about the original cultures of Australia , then you will most definitely want to hop aboard the Deerubbun. This is a Harbor cruise that allows you to ride aboard with the crew from the Tribal Warrior and learn more about the world and history from an aboriginal perspective. The Aboriginal Harbor Cruise is known as the Bangabaoui and works in association with Sydney Learning Adventures and the Tribal Warrior Association to provide these cruises. Cruises are intended for groups and are extremely educational.

Of course, there are many other Aboriginal displays and attractions throughout the Sydney region including The Rocks Discovery Museum, the Edge of Trees public art display, the Yiribana Gallery, and the Yaama Dhiyaan. Most of the Aboriginal attractions are open to the public and offer free admission a welcoming break for tourists who are looking for fun on a budget as well as an enlightening experience about the history of this fine region.

There is a lot of enjoyment to be had on a holiday to Sydney and some of the best events and attractions are not only educational but free as well. No matter what you choose to see on your Sydney vacation this holiday will certainly be a memorable one.

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