Jessica - A Melbourne experience

Since I came to study in Australia, my first trip outside NSW was to Melbourne. Before I went there, I had heard lots of compliments about Melbourne from my friends, but I finally got the chance to find the truth.

The first thing we did after we arrived was to check in the hotel. While we were following the Google map and walking on a main street, we asked the owner of a florist’s for directions, he not only kindly told us how to get to the hotel, also gave each of us different flowers as presents, I got a carnation, how nice of him!

On the way to hotel, I was amazed by the view along the way. The roads are flat and straight to the end, which is so different from Sydney and something I like about it so much. There are lots of classic buildings along the main road, such as the central station of Melbourne, which is the symbol of Melbourne city. It felt so wonderful walking on the flat and straight road with a good mood and a super nice weather. Tram is another symbol of Melbourne city and I have never taken transportation like this. We went on the tram in the middle of the road until we got to hotel, but we could not check in until 6pm, so we decided to have lunch in Chinatown.

  

After lunch, we visited the National Gallery of Victoria. This is one thing I remember the most. The item between these two fans was something that looks like roll film. It is moving on the air because of the strong fan force. It was moving with unstable form which was quite interesting and creative. Also, I saw a lot of paintings and items that demonstrate the old time life of English.

After dinner, we walked back from Chinatown, seeing the city soaking in colorful lights, which was beautiful and special.

Melbourne is so different from Sydney. Although the city is not as big, but it is now a combination of tradition and modern elements, which make this city so unique. I started to love Melbourne and expect the trip next day.