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Launceston
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Launceston is Tasmania’s second-largest city, with beautiful 19th-century architecture in its centre. Nearby attractions include Cataract Gorge and the picturesque Tamar Valley, a wine-growing region with its wine trail and small river cruises on the Tamar River.
Overview of Launceston
Launceston is the second-largest city in Tasmania and boasts beautiful 19th-century architecture in its centre. Nearby attractions include Cataract Gorge and the picturesque Tamar Valley, a wine-growing region with its wine trail and small river cruises on the Tamar River.
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- Type of place: city.
- Tourist interest: (worth a stop if you are in the area).
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- Population: 84,153 (2016).
- Area: 435.4 km²
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