| Canowindra NSW 2804 | ||
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Population: 1511, Height above sea level: 300, Latitude: 33.34.03, Longitude: 148.39.35 Location: 310km west of Sydney Highway: 33km north of Cowra - Mid Western Hwy (24) Nearest Major Town: Cowra Nearest Airport: Parkes Touring Area: Central West - Explorer Country |
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| North of Cowra in western New South Wales it is now known as the 'Balloon Capital of Australia' and flights are always available in suitable weather. The town was held hostage by bushranger Ben Hall and his gang in 1863. The main street of Canowindra is classified by the National Trustand follows a winding bullock track from which it originated. the town is also famed for its fossils. In 1956 thousands of fish fossils over 360 million years old were found. See Canowindra Grossi Story. | ||
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Canowindra lies 30km. north of Cowra and is a town with a colourful past and
diverse present.
The escapades of infamous bushranger Ben Hall, include his daring 3 day occupation of Robinson's Hotel in the main street. In more recent times Canowindra has gained recognition as the 'Balloon Capital of Australia'. More flights take place from Canowindra than anywhere else in Australia. The calm, clear skies, magnificent scenery, and the absence of major power-lines and low flying aircraft, are ideal for balloonists. The opportunity to avail yourself of this style of flight should not be missed by any who savour memorable holiday experiences. Besides day flights, there are weekend and extended packages for visitors to the town. In addition to its fame for ballooning, and the exploits of bush-rangers, recent fossil finds of international significance have been unearthed in the district. The town has modern amenities including a motel, caravan park, swimming pool and clubs. The Canowindra Hotel offers traditional hospitality and facilities for balloonists and visitors to the town. SEE INDEXED TOWN MAP PLACES OF INTEREST: Ballooning: Aussie Balloon Trek: 02 6364 0211 Balloon Aloft: 1800 028 568 Balloon Away: 02 6344 1840 Balloon Joy Flights: 02 6344 1819 Remarkable historic fossil fields ACCOMMODATION & SERVICES:
INFORMATION CENTRE: Mid Western Highway, Cowra. N.S.W. Ph: 02 6342 4333 HOW TO GET THERE: By car along the Great Western Hwy. to Cowra then north. |
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