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Toowoomba
Toowoomba is part of the Darling Downs and is 127 kilometres west of Brisbane, Queensland.
The largest regional city inland of Australia, Toowoomba was established in 1827.
Toowoomba natural attractions
The city is surrounded by natural beauty, near the Great Dividing Range, Lockyer Valley region and Table Top Mountain.
With so much park and bushland, there are plenty of things to do outside in and around Toowoomba.
Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers
Spring time ensures that Toowoomba's parks come alive with colour and fragrance, and the Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers is one of the most acclaimed events in Australia.
It's no wonder that Toowoomba has been coined 'The Garden City' of Australia.
The city of Toowoomba has 150 public parks and the streets bloom with Jacaranda, Laurel and Plane trees.
Toowoomba outdoor activities
Just outside of Toowoomba you can get adventurous and so sky-diving and take 4WD tours.
Settle down with slow country drives around the Darling Downs region and wandering through the Toowoomba markets.
Toowoomba archtiecture
Back in the city, appreciate its beautiful architecture. The art deco Empire Theatre is a stunning feature of Toowoomba.
The architecture of Toowoomba City Hall and the National Trust Royal Bull's Head Inn are more great examples of Toowoomba's beautiful buildings.
Both buildings hold much history about the Toowoomba region and have been heritage listed.
Toowoomba history
For more history about the Toowoomba region, the Cobb & Co Museum is a great place to visit.
You'll find information about the famous mail company's history as well as see horse-drawn vehicles that used to run through Toowoomba.