About Melbourne
Melbourne is set around the shores of Port Phillip Bay. The
city itself, laid out in a large rectangle and boasting a lively and
cosmopolitan pulse, sits on the northern banks of the Yarra River, about five
kilometres from the bay.
One glance at a map and it�s obvious that Melbourne is a
planned city: a tidy, balanced grid of neatly angled streets. But beneath this
sense of everything in its place restraint lies a restless creative energy
constantly pushing back at the city�s seeming conservatism. The CBD is made up
of precincts � distinct enclaves each with its own flavour and charm. Some are
just a lane or two, while others cover the banks of the Yarra River or a busy
CBD street.
Extending around the bay are a number of inner suburbs, each
with its own distinct character and personality. A short tram ride from the city
centre, Melbourne�s suburban neighbourhoods are a must see for anyone wanting to
experience what life here is really all about.
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