Capital Country

Capital Country
New South Wales
Coordinates 34°28′55″S 150°25′05″E / 34.482°S 150.418°E / -34.482; 150.418Coordinates: 34°28′55″S 150°25′05″E / 34.482°S 150.418°E / -34.482; 150.418
LGA(s)
Localities around Capital Country:
South West Slopes Southern Tablelands Southern Tablelands
South West Slopes Capital Country Monaro
Riverina Snowy Mountains South Coast

Capital Country is the name of one of the sixteen tourism regions of New South Wales, Australia. This geographical division is made for improving commerce, specifically tourism, in the state.

The Capital area is one of the oldest settled areas of NSW and is touted for its convenience; it is the area enveloping Canberra, the nation’s capital, and is close to Sydney. It encompasses the Southern Highlands and the Southern Tablelands. The towns and villages in Capital Country range from sophisticated to quaint; their surrounding areas are mostly rural. Capital country is known for historical venues, antiques and established open gardens, and, of course, the landmarks of Canberra.

The majors cities and towns are:

Some permanent attractions and events in Capital Country are:

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