Perth Trip (2 of 4) - Places we went!

Perth Trip Part 2 - places we went to... well, since this is a relaxing trip, we did a lot of bumming and not a lot of sightseeing, but here are the places that we went to.

1) Wind Farm, Albany - Huge windmill like towers to generate electricity. Magnificent structures but unfortunately, fairly bad weather when we visited. 4/5

2) Natural Bridge, Albany - Together with "The Gap", these are interesting natural rock structures along the coast in Albany. 3/5
3) Dog Rock, Albany - A rock in the town of Albany that looks like the head of a dog. The locals even paint a chain around its "neck" to make it more obvious. 2/5


4) Bartholomews Meadery, Denmark - Honey tasting, Award winning Honey wine tasting, Bees' nest, superb ice cream (love the Ginger Honey Ice Cream), friendly staff.... I love this place. 4/5


5) Valley of Giants Treetop Walk, Wadpole - A walk amongst the giant karri trees, the bridge sways slightly in the wind and it is really a rare experience. 4/5

6) Gloucester Tree, Pemberton - 153 steps and 60m up a tree with little protection if you fall. Definitely not for someone who is afraid of heights. Great sense of accomplishment to be at the top. 5/5
7) Lavender and Berry Farm, Pemberton - We went in late Spring and wildflowers are in bloom, here you can see Lavender and flowers in front of a lake. Plenty to do for a small place including animals, berry picking, meals, etc. 4/5

8) Cape Leeuwin lighthouse, Augusta - Very strong winds here and sometimes, you can see whales at a distance. It is also where the imaginary line where the Southern Ocean meets the Indian Ocean. 3/5

9) Mammoth Cave, Margaret River - One of the many caves in the area. Interesting for those who have never been into a cave but this cave (despite being called mammoth) is much smaller than what we saw in Tasmania (also Australia). Hence, we did not think much of it. 2/5


10) The Cidery - Bridgetown - Where apples are crushed to make Cider. Cider tasting available which is excellent for us who could not appreciate wine. Food is also served in a beautiful garden. 3/5
11) Perth City - Pretty much like any other aussie city (quiet once it hits 8pm). Only much much smaller. 3/5
12) Freemantle Prison, Freemantle - You can only enter the prison with a tour guide and our guide (Paul) really knows the history of the Prison well. He's a WA native and has been there when it was built. Loads of stories and very informative. Must go! 5/5

13) Freemantle market, Freemantle - Always love to see the fresh fruits in the Australia markets. Its a riot of colors. Again... no difference from Queen Victoria market in Melbourne or Paddy's Market in Sydney... only much smaller. 2/5