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Royal Exhibition Building, Melbourne

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#6 of 48 in Parks in Melbourne

Royal Exhibition Building is an impressive Victorian structure that is a symbol of the Industrial Revolution. Built in 1880, it was the first building in Australia to win Unesco World Heritage status. Step inside to see fine 19th-century wood- and paint-work. Australia’s first parliament met here in 1901. Now, the Renaissance-style dome and lush gardens host car shows, fairs, and live performances. To visit Royal Exhibition Building on your holiday in Melbourne, and find out what else Melbourne has to offer, use our Melbourne trip planner.

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By Kko22 On May 29, 2018

ガイドツアーがあるらしいが、間に合わなかったので、外観だけ見ました。公園の中にあるので、大きな松ぼっくりを拾ったり、ベンチで休憩したりのんびり出来ました。 more »

There seems to be a guided tour, it saw only the appearance. Raise large pine cones in the Park, so, or resting on the bench, was very comfortable.

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By いつもどこかに行きたい On May 25, 2018

古い’エキスポ’の建物がほぼ当時のままだから世界遺産。ウッディーな、豪華めの講堂、といった風情。四方（八方）壁の絵も当時のままだそう。ガイドツアーに参加して説明してもらったので、より興味深かった。カールトン庭園は、これも当時のままの噴水が残る緑の庭。お花畑というわけではない。 more »

From the building of the old 'Expo' is almost as a world heritage site. Woody is a luxury, the Auditorium, and Terry. All sides (all directions) wall painting is still likely. Participating in guided tours and staff were so more interesting. Carlton Gardens, Melbourne is a green it remains original fountain garden. It's not a flower garden.

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By Samantha F On May 22, 2018

This building was built in the year 1880. Looks incredible outside especially with the fountain out the front, wasn't able to do the tour because there was something on. Just wish they cleaned up the ... more »

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