Adelaide, the fifth largest city in Australia, has a strong British influence. It is a magnet for many cultures and nationalities. The following tour will help you discover Adelaide’s rich culture.
1) National Wine Making Center
The National Wine Making Center is an impressive museum exhibiting the main instruments and detailed information regarding the Australian wine making process in various regions. You can also taste wines here and see the grapevines from which they are made.
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2) Tandanya National Aboriginal Cultural Institute
This is a great place to learn about Australia’s Aboriginal culture. Authentic Aboriginal masterpieces are available here, along with some for sale. Tandanya translates as the "Place of the Red Kangaroo." It also offers a colorful presentation of Aboriginal dance and music to visitors.
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3) Adelaide Elder Conservatory of Music
The Elder Conservatory of Music is one of the most significant music schools influencing Australia’s culture. This is a place where many performers and composers got their start. The school is known for its innovative methods and professionalism and is appreciated as one of the best schools in the world.
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4) South Australia Art Gallery
Adelaide Art Gallery exhibits the state’s main art collection, combining a large spectrum of Australian, European, North American and Asian styles. Founded in 1881, the gallery has been expanded several times since, without altering its Victorian design.
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5) South Australian Museum
The South Australian Museum is an imposing six floor building dedicated to Australian history, nature, traditions and culture. The museum is known internationally for the quality of its exhibits and its professional research. It also plays an important role in school curriculum, offering student-taught programs.
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6) National War Memorial
The Adelaide National War Memorial, built in 1931, commemorates the 5,000 victims of the First World War. Presently, it incorporates five other small memorials. Outside the main building are several statues depicting the sacrifice of those who died and their spirit of duty.
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7) Adelaide Festival Centre
The Festival Centre is Adelaide’s largest multi-purpose arts and culture venue, created to host for the Festival of Arts, held every other year. The complex features several theaters, exhibition halls, performance venues and an amphitheater.
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8) Adelaide Oval
The Adelaide Oval, Australia’s most spectacular cricket grounds, holds a capacity of 34,000, with an enlargement plan underway to seat 36,000. At 190 meters in length and 125 meters wide, it is longer and narrower than a standard cricket grounds. It has also hosted famous concerts, with artists such as Michael Jackson, Madonna, Pearl Jam and others.
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