Sydney is the capital of New South Wales, the land of splendid beaches, world-famous harbour attractions and an international population. It has a vibrant cultural scene that has influenced its cosmopolitan status as well. This beautiful harbour city is definitely one for those avid travellers looking for an unforgettable trip. But before you start planning, here are some facts that will give you a basic understanding of the city and its dispositions.
Sydney is separated into several different districts and suburbs
It is important to know a little bit of geography about the place you’re visiting, lest you feel confused and waste your time figuring out where are how to get to the places you wish to see. To make things simpler for you, here are some of the most prominent places you should know.
Language
Sydney is highly multicultural and there are people from some 180 nationalities that make up the city’s diverse cultural mosaic. The predominant language in usage is English . However, there are several Asian languages too spoken among their respective communities.
Climate
Sydney is known to have a pleasant and warm climate throughout the year. Its summers are warm and winters mild. Compared to the rest of the world, Sydney’s seasons are drastically different. Summer falls in December and runs through January till February. Autumn is from March to May, Winter from June to August and finally Spring from September to November.
Food
Sydney’s multicultural status quo has made a huge influence on the food culture of the city as well. You could find an authentic Thai place perched side-by-side a European restaurant. Moreover, the city’s cuisine has a great place for fusion dishes as well. Some of the dishes you must taste while in the city are Potato cakes, Barramundi dishes, Sydney rock oyster, Lamingtons, Pavlova, Avocado on toast, Bacon and egg roll and so on.
Currency
The national currency is Australian Dollars(AUD), which is currently one of the ten most traded currencies in the world. There are five denominations—$5, $10, $20, $50, $100 as notes and $1, $2, 5,10, 20 and 50 cent coins.