The Rocks, A historic precinct brimming with vibrant culture
The Rocks NSW 2000
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Introduction
The Rocks is one of the most vibrant areas in Sydney. Its name comes from the early days of the colony, when most buildings were made of local sandstone. This historic area was once a gathering place for sailors, merchants, criminals, and prostitutes, and was also the site of the outbreak of the bubonic plague in 1900 that claimed the lives of 100 people. In the 1920s, many streets were destroyed to build the southern transportation channel Sydney Harbour Bridge. It was not until the community reconstruction of the 1970s that this area became a popular tourist destination. The Rocks has many attractions worth visiting, such as Nurses Walk and Suez Canal, ancient warehouses such as Chui Bell Bay, and Esjen Park under Sydney Harbor Bridge. George Street, the main street of The Rocks, is Australia's first street, with many historic streets, artistic cafes, craft shops, restaurants, and art galleries. There are also markets to visit on weekends, but prices are not very cheap. It should be noted that some vendors do not allow photography, so photography enthusiasts should pay attention. Transportation Take the city train to Circular Quay and walk approximately 5 minutes in the northwest direction to reach your destination.
There are also markets and boutique shops here
