Sydney Australia Research Paper

Sydney, Australia With a population of 5 million, Sydney, Australia is easily known as one of the biggest cities in Australia. Maybe it is so popular because of its many attractions, or for its laid back feeling. It may even be because of its interesting and intriguing Holidays. Whatever the reason may be, Sydney continues to grow each and every day, raising the population rapidly. No wonder it took Nemo’s dad, Marlin, so long to find him, Sydney was huge. Being the world’s largest (but not longest) steel arch bridge, the Sydney Harbor Bridge is one of Australia’s most popular attractions. With the bridge standing 134 metres above the harbour, it is one of the most well known photographed landmarks. It is most fondly known by the locals as the ‘Coathanger’, because of its arch-based design. Another very popular attraction in Sydney, is the Sydney Opera House. It is Australia’s most recognisable …show more content…
Sydney's most popular one, (aside from Christmas) is Australia Day. This celebrates the National Day of Australia. Celebrated annually on 26 January, it marks the anniversary of the 1788 arrival of the First Fleet of British Ships at Port Jackson, New South Wales, and the raising of the flag of Great Britain at Sydney Cove by Governor Arthur Phillip. Anzac Day, is known as the national day of remembrance in Australia and New Zealand. This holiday broadly commemorates all Australians and New Zealanders “who served and died in all wars, conflicts, and peacekeeping operations” and “the contribution and suffering of all those who have served.” Last, and definitely the strangest of all, is Boxing Day. This is celebrated the day after Christmas. It is where many family and friends get together and enjoy the time they have together as the holidays come to an end. The name “Boxing Day” came from when the priest would pack up all their leftover food, and unneeded gifts, and hand them out to the