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Canberra ( / ˈkænbərə / ⓘ KAN-bər-ə) is the capital city of Australia. Founded following the federation of the colonies of Australia as the seat of government for the new nation, it is Australia's largest inland city and the eighth-largest Australian city overall.
5 days ago · Canberra, federal capital of the Commonwealth of Australia. It occupies part of the Australian Capital Territory (ACT), in southeastern Australia, and is about 150 miles (240 km) southwest of Sydney. Canberra lies astride the Molonglo River, which is a tributary of the Murrumbidgee River.
- The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica
3 days ago · Discover Canberra, Australia's capital city, with its mix of history, art, nature and culture. Find out the top things to do, where to stay, when to visit and how to get around.
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Aug 1, 2023 · There’s the picturesque Floriade in spring, the tantalising Truffle Festival in winter, Canberra Folk Festival, Canberra Moon Festival, Canberra Writers Festival and the Canberra Comedy Festival. There’s also the Canberra Running Festival for fitness fanatics.
Dec 28, 2023 · Discover the cultural treasures and natural beauty of Canberra, the capital of Australia. Explore the war memorial, parliament buildings, national gallery, lake, botanic gardens, and more.