After getting a couple of loads of laundry done, we heading out to see Sydney. We took the ferry, which is at the end of the street to Circular Quay (pronounce Key) which took about 15 minutes but came with wonderful sites along the habour.
We headed towards the Rocks known to be the first area settled by the First Fleet. Over the years, the area transformed to warehouses like downtown Winnipeg and now house shops and restuarants. We found a number of interesting shops including one containing paintings, didigeridoos, etc. created by Aboriginals from around Austrailia. Michael bought a hat made from kangaroo hide. I`m looking for a hat because I’m finding it isn’t taking too much to get burned. According to the weather network, the UV is considered extreme.
After a lunch in the Rocks, we headed to the Sydney Opera House for a tour. There have been a number of changes to the opera house since the tour I took in 1988 and since my visit in 2000. Regardless of the changes, it is still an iconic building to visit.
After the tour, we heading back to Double Bay before the evening rush hour started. We picked up groceries for dinner as well as meals later in the week.
We having a quiet evening in doing the last of the laundry and watching local television. Tomorrow, the temperature is to be 37c in Sydney so we are heading to the Blue Mountains where it will be cooler (27c).
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