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The capital of Australia has finally grown into that \'capital\' role, with monuments to make you pause and think, and a fistful of exciting museums and galleries.

A daring and innovative museum that looks at the social history of a nation whose \'two tales\' have intertwined, to produce the fascinating artefacts on display.

As the building most associated with political power in Australia, treading its one-time corridors of power can be both educational and a little thrilling.

The styles may be wide-ranging, and the content globe-spanning, but the National Gallery takes most pride in its stunning collections of native Australian art.

A daring and innovative museum that looks at the social history of a nation whose \'two tales\' have intertwined, to produce the fascinating artefacts on display.

This library is about more than just books. It has maps and pictures, audio-clips and long-lost websites. And the occasional rock climber shimmying up its walls.

A daring and innovative museum that looks at the social history of a nation whose \'two tales\' have intertwined, to produce the fascinating artefacts on display.

A daring and innovative museum that looks at the social history of a nation whose \'two tales\' have intertwined, to produce the fascinating artefacts on display.

As the building most associated with political power in Australia, treading its one-time corridors of power can be both educational and a little thrilling.

The vast collection of intimate portraits of people famous and otherwise is illuminated by as much natural light as possible in an elegantly designed setting. 

Climb to the top of this beloved landmark for unbeatable views of Canberra’s cityscape, plentiful parks, Lake Burley Griffin and the green hinterland beyond.  

As the building most associated with political power in Australia, treading its one-time corridors of power can be both educational and a little thrilling.

So much more than just dusty collections of paper, the National Archives of Australia bring their millions of records to life, with tours, exhibitions and lectures.

The vast collection of intimate portraits of people famous and otherwise is illuminated by as much natural light as possible in an elegantly designed setting. 

A daring and innovative museum that looks at the social history of a nation whose \'two tales\' have intertwined, to produce the fascinating artefacts on display.

This library is about more than just books. It has maps and pictures, audio-clips and long-lost websites. And the occasional rock climber shimmying up its walls.

A daring and innovative museum that looks at the social history of a nation whose \'two tales\' have intertwined, to produce the fascinating artefacts on display.

So much more than just dusty collections of paper, the National Archives of Australia bring their millions of records to life, with tours, exhibitions and lectures.

A daring and innovative museum that looks at the social history of a nation whose \'two tales\' have intertwined, to produce the fascinating artefacts on display.

A daring and innovative museum that looks at the social history of a nation whose \'two tales\' have intertwined, to produce the fascinating artefacts on display.

So much more than just dusty collections of paper, the National Archives of Australia bring their millions of records to life, with tours, exhibitions and lectures.

This library is about more than just books. It has maps and pictures, audio-clips and long-lost websites. And the occasional rock climber shimmying up its walls.

See Canberra as its designer intended it to be seen, from the dramatic lookout point at the top of this picturesque mountain. 

So much more than just dusty collections of paper, the National Archives of Australia bring their millions of records to life, with tours, exhibitions and lectures.