Lake Burley Griffin

Canberra's focal point is Burley Griffin. This artificial lake, named for the city's creator, was included in his initial 1912 concept but didn't come to completion until 1958. It is now a magnificent environment for a variety of outdoor sports. The National Carillon, a gift from the British government with 55 bronze bells, is located on Aspen Island, the largest of the six islands. Some of Canberra's greatest attractions, such as the National Gallery, National Library, Questacon, and National Museum, are scattered around the lake.

Standing on the central basin's borders, you can observe the Captain Cook Memorial Jet, a 147-meter-high fountain dedicated in 1970 to commemorate the 200th anniversary of Cook's exploration of Australia. A globe sculpture reflecting the path of Cook's travels can be found on the lake's shoreline at Regatta Point. Commonwealth Park, located on the north side of the lake, is an excellent area to take children. There are play areas, paddling pools, waterfalls, an amphitheater, and a trail that around the park. In the spring, the park hosts the famed Floriade festival, a spring celebration with over a million flowers in bloom.

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Location: Canberra, Australian Capital Territory
Official site: nca.gov.au/attractions/lake-burley-griffin