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Melbourne Observatory

Melbourne Observatory

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Melbourne Observatory

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Location: Victoria, Australia

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1. Shrine of Remembrance – National Gallery of Victoria loop from East Richmond

9.54km

02:31

80m

Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Flinders Street Station – St Paul's Cathedral Melbourne loop from Melbourne Central

6.95km

01:49

50m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Shrine of Remembrance – Melbourne Observatory loop from East Richmond

11.2km

02:52

50m

Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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November 16, 2019

The Melbourne Observatory was constructed in 1861–63, and expanded until 1902 to eventually comprise 22 rooms. Far from only stargazing, the Observatory staff provided critical scientific data essential for the smooth running of industries ranging from shipping to farming and city business to politics.

The Observatory was the home for weather forecasting, time setting, setting weights and measures standards and for the surveying of Victoria. The distinctive shapes of the buildings, built and added to between 1861 and 1902, topped by sliding domes and opening roof structures evoke immediate recognition of their functions as devices for tracking and charting stars, watching the weather and keeping time.

rbg.vic.gov.au/visit-melbourne/attractions/melbourne-observatory

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Location: Victoria, Australia

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Melbourne Observatory

1. Shrine of Remembrance – National Gallery of Victoria loop from East Richmond

2. Flinders Street Station – St Paul's Cathedral Melbourne loop from Melbourne Central

3. Shrine of Remembrance – Melbourne Observatory loop from East Richmond

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