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About this city - Portland, Victoria, Australia
As the birthplace of European settlement, Portland is steeped in history,
with its past playing a big role in its present and future. Many of its 200
heritage buildings from the 1800's are now fine places to dine and/or to stay.
Visitors can enjoy the special ambience and when it comes to
dining, the local fishing industry ensures only the freshest seafood is on the
menu.
While locals may want to keep it quiet, Portland has some of the
best surf this side of Bells Beach. The choice spots are Watertower, Blacknose,
Crumpets, Yellow Rock and Murrells.
And for those who like dropping in a line, Portland is an
anglers paradise. From a boat or the beach, the range of fish that can be hooked
is extensive, including King George whiting, flathead, snapper, tuna and
mulloway.
Once a strong rival to Melbourne as the commercial capital of
Victoria, Portland survives as a deepwater port and a town studded with historic
landscapes which reflect its rich heritage. More than 200 National Trust-listed
buildings date back to the 19th century. A standout in the old-age stakes is the
Steam Packet Inn, which began life in 1840 as a police barracks and subsequently
saw service as a bordello and guest-house before being pensioned-off as a hotel.
Much of the past is reflected in the Portland Maritime Discovery
and Visitors Centre whose collection includes the Portland Lifeboat, the oldest
surviving vessel in the country. Once home to most efficient whaling fleets,
Portland remains a busy port handling cargo worth more than $1 billion a year
and also hosts a large fishing fleet.
A 10-minute drive out of town takes you to the Cape Nelson State
Park, whose rugged coastline marks the final resting place of a number of ships.
Crashing seas still crash into the soaring cliffs of the park which supports a
diverse range of bird life. The park presents walks and picnic areas and the
Cape Nelson lighthouse is the last manned lighthouse in the state.
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