Sydney is one of Australia’s most famous cities and has some amazing and unique places to visit, including the iconic Sydney Opera House with its soaring white segments, the spectacular Harbor Bridge and also the beautiful golden sands of Bondi Beach, which is one of the most admired beaches in the world. Although Canberra is Australia’s capital city, Sydney is so recognizable that many people do mistake it for the capital, and it certainly is Australia’s most energetic, modern and wealthy city. Sydney’s transport systems are first class, and so are its parks, botanical gardens, shopping and dining facilities. Sydney has a lot to offer visitors, as it is the oldest city in Australia and has many historic buildings and places of interest. Just outside of the city are the famous Hunter Valley vineyards, the Blue Mountains and also the Snowy Mountains, which are a popular winter sports destination and has many excellent ski slopes and resorts.