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Ancient ruins & archaeological sites
Port Arthur Historic Site
Tasmania, Australia
Port Arthur Historic Site reveals its past as a penal colony, with structures dating back to the 1830s. The Penitentiary's massive ruins dominate the landscape, serving as a powerful reminder of convict life.
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- Tickets
- Book ahead
- Best months
- Sep–Nov
- Getting there
- Best as a day trip
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