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While you’re there

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Torndirrup National Park

At Torndirrup

National Park

(pictured right), the

Southern Ocean has sculpted the spectacula­r Natural Bridge in the coastal granites and formed The Gap, where the waves rush in and out with tremendous ferocity.

Historic Whaling Station

Explore Australasi­a’s last whaling station, which operated until 1978. See giant whale skeletons, explore the country’s last whale chasing ship and watch 3D films in the original whaling factory.

Historic Albany

Step back in time and explore the dramatic history of the oldest settlement in Western Australia. Visit convict jails, old taverns, settlers’ cottages and the city’s stunning deep water harbour.

The Lake House Denmark

This cellar door, restaurant, cafe, vineyard and winery serves gourmet local food at a forest-lined, lakeside setting just 6km from the town of Denmark.

William Bay National Park

Famous for its turquoise green waters edged by huge granite boulders, Greens Pool is the perfect place for swimming, snorkellin­g, relaxing and exploring the nearby Elephant Rocks.

Valley of the Giants and The Treetop Walk

The Valley of the Giants is an internatio­nally recognised nature-based tourism attraction between Denmark and Walpole. The Tree Top Walk features a stunning walkway 40m above the ground through the spectacula­r heights of the 400-yearold tingle tree canopy.

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