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Scuba Diving Melbourne, VictoriaWhen gold was found in Victoria, Melbourne suddenly became part of a growing Victorian metropolis. From an obscure pastoral settlement, the gold rush of the early 1850s made the center of Victoria not only one of the most populated cities, but also a centre of most attractions. If free-settlers were the first to discover Melbourne around the Yarra River in 1835, now, all types of people flock this part of the Australian territory only to find the best of what they call the "Australian Dream". Despite the hustle and bustle of the city, Melbourne has certainly not lost its sophisticated charm, especially in the suburbs where beautiful landscapes of home and garden stand as a symbol of its undeniable taste in culture and arts. With fine architectural pieces and historical sites, Melbourne is more recognised for its culture, specially in the sports aspect. Aside from rugby and AFL football, water sports are also hailed as significant activities in this area. Rowing is specially popular on the Yarra River, while kitesurfing, jetskiing, and windsurfing are also common leisure get-aways on the St. Kilda Beach. Even if Melbourne is said to host four seasons in a day, its volatile weather conditions do not stand as hindrances, thus they still permit excursionists to sail the Port Phillip Bay or even engage in other famous water adventures on the crystal clear beaches of Melbourne. Diving in MelbourneJust 25 kilometres away from the bustling city, a sandy beach at Mordialloc also provides a good venue for fishing on the Port Phillip bay shores, while in the south-eastern part of Melbourne, another secluded beach at Beaumaris is known to be a great spot for snorkeling and diving activities. On the other hand, artists are also visible in this area, where they usually get inspirations from the breathtaking scenery to put the magnificence of Melbourne on their canvases. However, if it's the pure white sand that interests you most, the beach
at the Black Rock could be another seaside haven for sunbathing, picnics,
swimming, and even diving. Most divers may as well be found exploring
the HMVS Cerberus wreck, which is also a popular summer
hot spot for tourists and locals alike. Dive SitesComing Soon |
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