South Australia’s Limestone Coast beckons to nature-lovers from about the globe with its spectacular beaches, stunning cliffs and pristine bushland. The historic seaside resort town of Robe, about 350 kilometres southeast of Adelaide, has been a draw considering that the early 19th century, when seafarers and fortune-seekers arrived in pursuit of the fantastic Gold Rush and stayed for the excellent life.
With a day to discover Robe, verify out the heritage buildings. Never miss the Chinese Monument, a tribute to the far more than 17,000 Chinese immigrants who produced their way via the town for the duration of the Gold Rush. Customs House, Cape Dombey Obelisk and the Old Gaol from 1860 each inform chapters of Robe’s history.
With your history lesson ticked off, proceed to the beautiful beaches and invigorating bushland, or discover the delicious red and white drops of the Robe wine region.
–By Kristie Kellahan, Cruise Critic contributor
Image Sources:
1. Landscape – Michael Vorobiev/Shutterstock
2. Marina – Gary Unwin/Shutterstock
3. Robe Obelisk – ian woolcock/Shutterstock
four. Robe Beach – Raphael Christinat/Shutterstock
five. Customs Residence – Philip H/TripAdvisor
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