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Sydney is the capital city of the Australian state of New South Wales, and the economic powerhouse of the nation. Sydney is Australia's largest city, chief port, and main cultural and industrial centre. It is the leading industrial and commercial city. It has sun-drenched natural attractions, dizzy skyscrapers, delicious and daring restaurants and much more. The city is also home to many unique architectual styles, such as the Sydney Opera House and the Sydney Harbour Bridge, two of the most iconic structures on the planet. Sydney has many beaches, a pleasant climate that sees over 300 sunny days a year, a stable local government. Sydney is a melting pot of cultural diversity and irrepressible energy. Lively and colourful, this is a city for the young and young at heart.

Country

Australia

State

New South Wales

City

Sydney

Area

12,144.6 km˛

Currency

Australian dollar (AUD)

Population

Over 4.2 million

Density

345.7/km˛

Time zone AEST (UTC+10)

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Sydney International, New South Wales, Australia
2008.09.07
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