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Sydney Opera House, Sydney

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The Sydney Opera House stands as an icon of Australian architecture and one of the world's most instantly recognizable buildings. Designed by Danish architect Jørn Utzon and inaugurated in 1973, the Opera House earned UNESCO World Heritage Site status in 2007 for its unique appearance and engineering achievement. The multiple performance venues feature distinctive roofs of layered sails that look like seashells, and they reside on a peninsula jutting out into Sydney Harbour beneath Sydney Harbour Bridge. Snapping photos as you walk around the harbor represents one way to experience this landmark, but you can also enjoy one of 1,500 annual of performances inside. Start with a tour during the day, discovering some of the 1,000 rooms and listening to dozens of stories about the venue. In the evening, dine in one of the restaurants before taking in the opera, live music, or theater in one of its acoustically splendid rooms. Sydney Opera House is just one of the many highlights you can arrange to see using our , online itinerary creator Edition.
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  • The Sydney Opera House is a stunningly beautiful white building that is an iconic symbol of Australia. It is a truly elegant structure, with its shell-like roofs and white walls, and is an... 
    The Sydney Opera House is a stunningly beautiful white building that is an iconic symbol of Australia. It is a truly elegant structure, with its shell-like roofs and white walls, and is an...  more »
  • With its unique architecture, the Sydney Opera House has become an international symbol of creativity and innovation. It is a place that inspires and delights with its range of performances. From... 
    With its unique architecture, the Sydney Opera House has become an international symbol of creativity and innovation. It is a place that inspires and delights with its range of performances. From...  more »
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  • Great iconic location to visit! Beautiful architecture and amazing to know the history of how it was built. Guided tours are available on every day. Also hosts a great cafeteria downstairs - House Canteen. Can sit by the opera house stairs and relax along with the view of harbour bridge. Easily accessible by Public transport and has public toilets available if needed.
  • Sydney Opera house, one of the iconic structure to visit in Sydney, is a must view attraction in Sydney, just admire its design and architecture. From the Opera House you can get views of the harbour, the Harbour Bridge and of course the unique design of the Opera House itself. All these make Sydney a beautiful picture perfect city. The inside view is spectacular. A must visit place. one can have great pics with Harbour Bridge and It makes a good landmark. Do visit at night once. Also the surrounding areas are beautiful well planned and one can spend full day visiting various hubs nearby

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