Yarra River (4 November) - The Yarra River is one of the must-go places for visitors to Melbourne. As the mother river of Melbourne, the Yarra River is regarded as one of the typical symbols of Melbourne. The Yarra River runs through the heart of Melbourne, with ancient Bridges connecting the north and south sides. The Yarra River has picturesque banks where people walk and enjoy the beautiful scenery along the way. Having dinner at the dining bar floating on the Yarra River is especially memorable.
Hosier Lane (4 November) - is a popular attraction in Melbourne, located about 100 metres east of St Paul's Church on Flinders Street. The whole street is covered in graffiti and filled with colourful colours. Hosier Lane attracts landscape lovers and artists from all over the world to visit and create their works. Many people come here specifically to take photos, it has become a famous place in Melbourne.
Graffiti work (4 November) - The walls, Windows, floors, fire hydrants, stairs, trash cans, everything you can see in Hosier Lane are painted with graffiti. Because the space to paint is limited, graffiti artists will simply overlay new works on top of old graffiti, every two or three weeks the whole street will have a completely different look. Every big or small graffiti seems to tell its own story, the whole ally feels alive.
People taking pictures (4 November) - How charming Hosier Lane is can be seen by the overwhelming number of people who come here with cameras in their hands. The recent visit of Chinese superstar Jay Chou is driving more Chinese tourists to visit Hosier Lane to take the same photo as Jay Chou did. Friends, families, lovers, everyone picked up their phones to capture this unique moment.
State Library of Victoria (21 October) - Established in 1854, the State Library of Victoria in Melbourne is the oldest public library in Australia. In front of the library stands Richmond Berry, the first Chancellor of the University of Melbourne, as well as the biblical statues of St. George slaying the Dragon and Joan of Arc, symbolizing wisdom and courage.
Library interior view (4 November) - The dome of transparent glass can be seen from the bottom up, and the interior space is very bright under the sunlight. There are also many modern books, paintings, audio-visual tapes and other collections in the library so that students can relax after studying. "This is where I spent the most difficult time in college. I still remember the hard yet satisfying days." University student Sammy Wang said.
CBD street at sunset (21 October) - As the commercial centre of Melbourne, the CBD has many famous commercial streets. Swanston Street, Elizabeth Street and Don Lang Street are typical examples of this. These streets not only reflect the historical and cultural character of the city but are also the centre of commerce, entertainment and food. In addition, these streets serve as important transportation hubs. Explore these streets not only to feel the unique charm of Melbourne but also to understand the multicultural and vibrant nature of the city.
Chinatown (21 October) - In a place like Melbourne which pays attention to the development of diverse cultures, many traditional Chinese cultural customs are also respected by the local government and people. Chinese people in Australia feel the atmosphere of home in Chinatown. "Especially during the Chinese New Year, Chinatown is very busy with red lights and dragon and lion dances. Not only Chinese people, but people from different countries come to enjoy the unique atmosphere of the festival and culture." May Hu said.
Royal Exhibition Building (21 October) - As the largest museum in Australia, the Royal Exhibition Building carries a rich historical and cultural heritage. It has gradually become a tourist attraction and a venue for small exhibitions. There are often a variety of flower exhibitions, and classic car exhibitions held here, even the University of Melbourne chose here to be the exam venue. It showcases Australia's diversity through its diverse collections and exhibitions and is an important part of the Australian cultural and educational community as a whole.
Hochgurtel Fountain (October 21) - Carlton Garden is located on the outskirts of the Melbourne CBD, surrounded by the magnificent Royal Exhibition Building and Melbourne Museum. Carlton Garden has two small lakes and a large area of carefully maintained lawn, which is perfect for relaxation. Brightly coloured flower beds and beautiful Hochgurtel Fountains make here a great place for a quick escape from the bustling surrounding city. People can be seen taking pictures here day or night.
