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State of Australia
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Tasmania (palawa kani: lutruwita) is the island state of Australia, southeast of the mainland. Tasmania encompasses the main island of Tasmania, the 26th largest island in the world, and over 1000 smaller islands, both inhabited and uninhabited. It is the smallest state in Australia by both area and by population, with just over 500,000 permanent residents. Over 45% of Tasmania is protected by national parks and world heritage sites, and it features diverse climates, flora and fauna, many of which are found nowhere else in Australia, and a rich heritage, both Indigenous and post-colonial.
The most populous region of Tasmania, which includes Tasmania's capital and Australia's second oldest city, Hobart, which sits at the foot of kunanyi / Mount Wellington.
This area encompasses the only other major city in Tasmania, Launceston and the Tamar Valley, the mountainous region of Ben Lomond, the Midlands, and the North East along with the stunning beaches including the Bay Of Fires and Wine Glass Bay, voted some of the most beautiful beaches in the world.
A historic mining centre in Tasmania with extensive Victorian architecture, many small coastal townships, and scenic inland areas including the takayna / Tarkine with its Gondwanan rainforest.
The secluded but very scenic island groups in the Bass Strait between mainland Tasmania and Victoria.
By plane
There are no international scheduled flights to Tasmania, except seasonal flights from New Zealand. All other flights must come through mainland cities. There are seasonal flights over Antarctica.
By ferry
There is only one ferry route, which are the two Spirit of Tasmania Ferries from the Spirit of Tasmania terminal in Geelong and arrive at Devonport.
By campervan
Hiring a campervan is by far the most flexible and rewarding way to explore Tasmania.
By bus
Buses can be an option if time is on your side, but otherwise aren't a feasible way of getting around. Planning is advised since services can be infrequent.
By train
There are no public train services. The many railways seen are used for freight only. The only passenger railways in Tasmania are heritage services that use vintage equipment.
By plane
By bicycle
Bicycle touring is a popular way to see cities in Tasmania, but riding on rural roads can be dangerous. Bicycle rental companies can be found in major cities and towns.
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Launceston (Western Junction) · Regional · LST
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mountain with a ski resort.
perhaps Tasmania's most visited offshore island
one of Tasmania's most iconic landmarks and contains the Overland Track, part of the Tasmanian Wilderness .
part of the Tasmanian Wilderness , home to several waterfalls. It is Tasmania's second largest national park.
known for its beaches and bay.
another mountainous national park, just one hour away from Hobart
one of the more visited national parks in Tasmania, and a popular skiing area
former convict settlement and a
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