Cities of Australia ① | What Is Sydney Like?

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Australia has a high minimum wage and plenty of sights in its major cities, making it a very popular destination for language study abroad and working holidays.

This time, we will introduce in detail Sydney, one of the most popular cities in Australia for language study abroad.

< What is Sydney? >

Sydney is the oldest and largest city in Australia, and one of the largest in the entire Oceania region.

It is a beautiful harbor city, sometimes called one of the "world's three most beautiful harbors" along with Naples and Rio de Janeiro.

As the largest city, it has many immigrants and is a culturally diverse city where students gather from all over the world.

< Basic information such as time difference and prices >

Time difference: 1 hour ahead of Japan
*During daylight saving time (around March to October), 2 hours ahead
Length of stay: Up to 3 months on a tourist visa
Currency: Australian dollar (AUD)

It is said that exchanging money into Australian dollars directly in Japan before you leave generally gets you a better rate.

About prices

Prices in Australia are generally higher than in Japan.

Transportation and eating out: relatively expensive
Groceries: relatively cheap

If you mainly cook for yourself, you can keep your living costs down.

< Sydney's climate >

Sydney has a humid subtropical climate, and is characterized by relatively warm winters.

The seasons are the opposite of those in Japan.

Coldest month: July (average approx. 13.5℃)
Warmest month: January (average approx. 23.5℃)

It is said to have about 300 sunny days a year, so it is a city with little weather-related stress.

However, the UV rays are very strong, so sun protection is a must.

< Recommended sightseeing spots in Sydney >

1. Sydney Opera House

The landmark that represents Sydney.
Its distinctive shell-like exterior makes it the first building that comes to mind when you think of Australia.

Besides viewing the exterior, guided interior tours are also popular.