Must-see Tourist Attractions in Canowindra

Canowindra has fantastic tourist attractions for those who want to move around and visit great places. Below's a few ones you could go check out.

 

Age Of Fishes Museum
 

Long before dinosaurs existed, rivers of the Central West were occupied with fish with armour shells, fish with lungs and giant predators. A lot of their fossils were found in Canowindra which gave a unique glimpse into the Devonian Period - the "Age of Fishes". The Museum has put together many of the fossils with live aquarium displays and great recreations of the Devonian Life. The museum also offers two permanent exhibitions, an education program, gift shops and a geological time-walk ending with a free barbecue.


Canowindra Historical Museum
 

The Museum portrays the development of Canowindra from the 1840s frontier township on Belbula River to its progress as a rural centre. You'll find vehicles of the horse drawn era, vintage farm implements and machinery that reflect the importance of what, wool and lucerne. The main building provides displays of household items, textiles, dental surgery and wedding gowns of local brides from 1886 onwards. School groups are welcome for bus tours after an appointment is made by teachers who may want to plan a visit which links with units of study.


The Melissa Barber Studio Gallery

Melissa Barber is an independent artist living in the Central West Town of Canowindra. She opened her first gallery in 1999 in Canowindra. Her paintings are in private collections throughout Australia, France, England, Ireland, the United States, Canada, Malaysia, China and New Zealand. Melissa's work is deeply influenced by the Japanese and Chinese art since their style focuses on the use of negative space versus detail, flat color and strongly used colors of gold and silver. Studio visits can be arranged by appointment.


Canowindra Trading Post

Wandering through the two floors of the Canowindra Trading Post, you'll find an enjoyable ambience which is created by the mix of the old and the new. The Canowindra Trading Post is an antique store which features a wide variety of products including homewares, lamps, antique furniture, jewellery, garden features and more. After you've seen through to your content, you have the opportunity to settle down with a fantastic Lavazza Coffee and light refreshment, served in the garden.

Canowindra's the spot for a recreational visit with your family, friends or just yourself. After you've roamed quite a few places, there's nothing like ending the day with some fine dining. A considerable way to tour Canowindra would be to take a day for a quality three-course meal and day(s) after to visit the fabulous sights.

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What to Do When You're Stressed

People go for retreats all the time, to get out of the hassles of everyday life. There are multiple situations when you probably feel like taking a step back and going off somewhere, searching for some peace and quiet for yourself, where you'll get the opportunity to relax and reflect. Many visitors to our estate come for a similar break – the food, the wine and the nature washes the chaos and leaves you with tranquillity to reflect on your life.

Let’s discuss some of the most common causes of stress and what to do when the stress becomes unbearable.

Work related stress

This undoubtedly makes the top of the list. When your work is piling up on you and you are getting very little time for yourself, your friends or for your family, it's time to know that you need a break. Inform the authorities of a valid excuse and cut off to a place where you'll regain the feelings of experiencing the wonderful pleasures of life. Also, it's very important to make sure that wherever you go, your cell phone, beeper or any other devices are not getting in your way of taking some time off, otherwise the trip will get tainted with interruptions that you don't need.

Kids

We all love kids, but sometimes, you do need time alone with your partner and away from the noisy environment that the little ones create. Get someone reliable to watch over them, pack your bags, plan a trip to a great tourist attraction and head over for some quality time. When you're planning a trip somewhere, it's very important to make sure that the place is great. If you're moving to the countryside, it's very important that you pick a place where there's at least one great country restaurant. When you've got great food around you, the place automatically feels better.

Taking some time off before taking another degree

This one's for those who take further education very seriously. If you're planning to take another step towards expanding your horizon, then before you jump right into it, it's better to take some time off for yourself for a fresh start. Even if you're planning to head out with friends just to have a great time, make sure you have chosen a place where you can also experience the sights and sounds in peace should your mood ever swing that way. Picking a place where you'll be able to enjoy great music can enliven things for you.

There are definitely thousand more reasons and situations causing stress everyday. What is important is to remember is the magic combination – the country side, great food, great wine, and great music. After just a weekend of this soul treatment, you should be good to go back in again!

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