Melbourne for Me!

The contest on Indiblogger made me read about Melbourne, not that I know nothing about it. Having read in the history books and seeing the cricket matches played in Melbourne I do know a bit about the city.  Not just a bit… may be a little bit more!

Aww …it also takes me back to the days when I had a huge crush on the suave, shy and very sexy Steve Waugh. How I got weak on my knees seeing him at the hotel in Mumbai when the Australian team was touring India in 1997- 98. He smiled at me and that has remained frozen in time. But being a staff on duty at the prestigious Taj Mahal Palace and Tower, Mumbai, I couldn’t even take his autograph.  May be this is my chance to meet him and this time take not just his autograph but a photograph too.

The places that I would like to see in Melbourne would be a mix of everything historic, modern, adventure or just plain cricket!

I have heard that it’s the cultural capital of Australia. I looked up on the internet and found some useful information on the city. Of course these are the places that I’ll be visiting as well.
By the way, just for the information of my readers I haven’t travelled out of India as yet. I do have a valid passport though which is recently renewed after it expired without being stamped even once.  Did we hear somewhere?

If wishes were horses

Beggars would ride:

If turnips were watches

I would wear one by my side

Melbourne is a city that knows how to live. One can choose from high-end cuisine to low brow rock gigs, plays, festivals and blockbuster sporting events, all taking place across a city full of parks, gardens and historic architecture. 

Here’s my finding of the city of Melbourne from

http://www.visitvictoria.com/Regions/Melbourne.aspx

Laneways and byways

Explore historic arcades and laneways lined with fine dining restaurants, chic cafes, hidden bars and fashion boutiques or head to one of the many lush gardens throughout the city.

Cheer on your heroes

Discover Melbourne's obsession with football, cricket, soccer and just about anything else that involves working up a sweat. Head to the sports precinct to visit the hallowed ground of the MCG.

Festival fever

In Melbourne everything has its own festival. From food, film, art and music festivals to celebrations of writing, anime, design and projections – get involved and experience the city through the arts.

Art and culture

Melbourne is home to world-class arts and cultural heritage institutions, cutting-edge design and dynamic festivals and community events.

Food and wine

Melbourne is a melting pot of cultures, a fact reflected in its restaurants, cafes, bistros and bars. Feast on a dizzying spread of the world's great cuisines.

Entertainment

In Melbourne, you'll find an ever-increasing number of trendy clubs and bars, live music venues, comedy, jazz, cinema, caberet and old style pubs.

Shopping

Whether you're after high fashion, independent local designers, jewellery, furniture or fine art, find out where to start your spree in Melbourne.

Spa & wellbeing

Melbourne offers plenty of opportunities for visitors to indulge in soothing relaxation therapies.

Nature and wildlife

Surround yourself with age-old trees, manicured lawns and abundant wildlife in a pocket of calm and tranquillity in the middle of Melbourne.

Outdoor activities

Make the most of the rivers, parks and coastline Melbourne has to offer with a range of outdoor activities to suit your interests and lifestyle.

History and heritage

Explore Melbourne's rich and diverse cultural heritage from the Aboriginal people to early European settlers in historic buildings and monuments.

Family activities

There's plenty of things to do for the whole family in Melbourne from interactive museums and kids' festivals to zoos and wildlife parks.

Aboriginal Victoria

Explore Aboriginal culture and heritage in Melbourne and surrounds. Take a heritage walk and visit cultural centres, galleries and museums.

There’s certainly loads to bring back from Melbourne not just a stamp on my passport!
 That's Melbourne me.... and it's your time to visit Melbourne NOW!!

Do check out the link: www.visitmelbourne.com/in.