Bathurst

　　    Bathurst is located in New South Wales, Australia. It is the oldest inland city in Australia and serves as a regional hub. As the site of Australia’s first gold rush, the city’s economy now relies mainly on education, manufacturing, and tourism.

　　    Bathurst boasts a historic old town area that preserves numerous buildings dating from the gold rush era to the 19th century, showcasing a variety of architectural styles—absolutely not to be missed. The internationally renowned Mount Panorama Circuit is situated in this city and is a much-loved racetrack that has hosted multiple racing events. The Australian Fossil and Mineral Museum, opened in 2004, is a museum focused on fossils and minerals, housing quartz crystals from over 100 locations across Australia, 2-billion-year-old garnets, as well as diamonds, sapphires, rubies, emeralds, and various gemstones from around the world.

　　    Bathurst is also known as the “City of Churches,” featuring numerous churches and other religious structures, including Anglican churches, as well as St. Michael’s and St. John’s Cathedrals, and the Church of the Assumption.

　　    Bathurst Must-visit reason: Australia’s first gold rush site Continent: Oceania Country/Region: Australia State/Province: New South Wales City: Bathurst