#608 – Carlton Gardens, Melbourne, Australia
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#608 Carlton Gardens

📍 Carlton Gardens, Melbourne, Australia

About this Stone

This beautifully maintained heritage-listed park offers a peaceful escape in the city’s heart. It is home to the iconic Royal Exhibition Building, one of the world’s last remaining 19th-century exhibition pavilions and a UNESCO World Heritage site. Wide tree-lined paths, ornamental lakes, and vibrant flowerbeds create an inviting atmosphere for wandering, picnicking, and relaxing. The Royal Exhibition Building itself carries significant historical weight—it hosted the opening of the first Australian Parliament in 1901, marking a key moment in the nation’s history. A free guided tour of the grounds provides an excellent way to explore the area and discover quieter corners.

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-37.8061157, 144.9695781   Open in Google Maps ↗

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Stone Details

  • Stone Number #608
  • Type 🐧 Standard
  • Status Active
  • City Melbourne
  • Country 🇦🇺 Australia
  • Hidden Date 5 May 2025
  • Hidden by @lk_lh_15
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