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• Perth is renowned for its relaxed lifestyle and casual, friendly and 'outdoorsy' people.

• Perth was founded in 1829, and is considered one of the most isolated cities in the world.

• WA is a safe haven for more than 535 species of birds including the unique Black Swan - Western Australia's State Emblem.

• WA's isolation, limited population and 2 massive oceans providing a full range of temperatures has created a very diverse and beautiful marine  environment offering experiences unique to this part of the world.

• Western Australia has over 12,000 species of wildflowers including Orchids, Banksias, Eucalypts, Grevillia's and Kangaroo Paws.

• With 2.5 million square kilometres to call their home, WA is host to a wide  range of wildlife including a variety of kangaroos and wallabies.

• With over 280 species of lizards, 98 snakes and 2 crocodiles, WA has the greatest diversity of reptiles in Australia, and possibly the world.

• With over 12,000 kilometres of coastline, WA offers a wide variety of beaches  from those gently lapped by warm waves to those pounded by world class surf.

• The Western Australian outback offers unique landscapes, wildflowers, wildlife  and experiences intrepid visitors will never forget.

• Unique forests throughout WA offer a variety of recreational opportunities including camping, bushwalking, hiking and excellent 4WD'ing.

• The largest central city park in the world, Kings Park in Perth offers stunning views of the city and Swan River, walk trails through wildflowers and eucalypts,  native birds, picnic areas, lakes, monuments and the DNA Tower.

• Perth's Port City of Fremantle is known for it's cosmopolitan atmosphere, museums,  galleries, clubs, hotels, markets, restaurants and colourful "cappuccino strip".

• Rottnest Island is the premium resort island for most Western Australians. The island's unique marsupial (the Quokka), bakery, beaches, surfing, diving, fishing, golf course, bird life and cycle trails are among its many attractions.

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