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Like a shining pearl inlaid on the east coast, it enjoys charming coastal scenery

🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺Encounter the leisurely time in the coastal town 1. Introduction to Ballina [Sunset] [CityScene] [CityDusk] Ballina is a charming coastal town located in northern New South Wales, Australia. With its pleasant climate, beautiful natural scenery and rich marine culture, it is an ideal place for leisure and vacation. 2. Introduction of attractions [Rainbow][Rainbow][Rainbow] 1. Giant Prawn Statue: As a landmark building in Ballina, this several-meter-high giant prawn sculpture is very eye-catching and a must-see photo spot for tourists. There are also souvenir shops and restaurants around it. 2. Ballina Naval and Maritime Museum: The museum houses many maritime relics, allowing you to gain an in-depth understanding of the local maritime history and experience the charm of marine culture. 3. Patmorton Lookout: From here you can overlook the magnificent coastline and cliff scenery and enjoy the beautiful sunrise and sunset. It is a paradise for photography enthusiasts. 3. Tour route 👣👣👣 - Day Tour: In the morning, check in at the Giant Prawn Statue, then visit the Ballina Naval and Maritime Museum; in the afternoon, go to Patmorton Lookout to enjoy the natural scenery. - Two-day tour: On the first day, you will explore the area around the giant prawn statue and stroll through the streets of the town; on the second day, you will go to the Richmond River Nature Reserve and stroll through it to experience the beauty of natural ecology. 4. About tickets🎫🎫🎫 There is no entrance fee for the Giant Prawn Statue; tickets to the Ballina Naval and Maritime Museum are approximately AUD 10 for adults, AUD 5 for children (5-15 years old), and free for children under 5 years old. 5. About transportation🚗🚗🚗 1. External transportation: You can first arrive at the Gold Coast Airport, then take a bus or rent a car to Ballina, which takes about 1 hour. 2. Internal transportation: The town is not big and you can visit the main attractions on foot. If you want to go to a more distant nature reserve, you can choose to rent a car or take the local bus. 6. About accommodation🏠🏠🏠 1. Beachfront hotel: Recommended [Hotel Name 1], with rooms with unbeatable sea views and the beach just outside, the price is about AUD 200-400 per night. 2. Holiday Apartments: [Apartment Name] offers a variety of room types, suitable for families or groups, with prices ranging from around AUD 150-300 per night. 7. About food🥤🍹🍷 1. Seafood cuisine: The abundant local fishery resources bring fresh seafood, such as fish and chips, garlic shrimps, etc. that are not to be missed. 2. Australian BBQ: Taste classic Australian steaks and sausages at the barbecue area by the beach and experience the unique food culture. 8. Notes⭕️⭕️⭕️ 1. Australia is in the Southern Hemisphere, and the seasons are opposite to those in the Northern Hemisphere. Please check the local climate before traveling and prepare appropriate clothing. 2. Pay attention to safety when visiting the beach, follow beach warning signs, and avoid swimming in dangerous areas. 3. When visiting a nature reserve, do not destroy the ecological environment at will and keep the environment clean and tidy.
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Posted: Jan 13, 2025
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