📍 Sydney, Australia 🇦🇺

🏙 Sydney, the capital of the Australian state of New South Wales, is a vibrant and diverse city. As the largest and oldest city in Australia, it is located in the southeastern part of the country. Founded on January 26, 1788 by Arthur Phillip, the head of the first party of British colonists, Sydney was named after the English Minister of Internal Affairs, Lord Sydney.

⛰🏖🌳 Surrounded by beaches, mountains, and parks, Sydney has plenty to attract tourists. However, it seems that Sydney is not only famous for its natural beauty but also for its transformation from a penal settlement in the 17th century to an economic and cultural center in the 21st century, welcoming over 2.6 million tourists per year.