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ALEXANDRA
& SURROUNDS
Rolling hills, lush farmland, history & heritage
The Great Victorian Rail
Trail winds through much
of this area making these
townships a great stopping
off point for cyclists wishing
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to explore the fabulous
range of welcoming country
pubs, great eateries, local art
galleries and quirky stores.
Food, wine, art and music
are the heart and soul of
this area and the region
plays host to a fantastic and
eclectic program of cultural
events throughout the year.
A stone's throw from Lake
Eildon and the Lake Eildon
National Park, Alexandra and
surrounds is a great location
for outdoor enthusiasts,
foodies and history buffs.
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Alexandra and the
surrounding villages
and hamlets of Acheron,
Molesworth and Yarck
have a proud and rich
history of gold and
agriculture - still evident
today in the many National
Trust classified buildings,
stately homesteads and
grand hotels.
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When gold was
discovered in the
1860s, Alexandra
was known as Red
Gate, after the gate
that separated two
grazing stations that
prospectors travelled
through.
* Ride the Great Victorian Rail
Trail from Yarck to Alexandra
* Sample some country
hospitality at a local café,
bakery or pub
* Spend an afternoon among
the birds and butterflies at
McKenzie’s Flora Reserve
* Explore the great range of
local shops and produce
stores
* Check out the Murrindindi
Beanie Festival
In 1867, Red Gate was
renamed Alexandra in
honour of the Princess
of Wales.
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