Top 100 iconic landmarks of the world (P.8) Sydney Opera House: The sails full of wind in Sydney
13-08-2022
(WorldKings.org) On 28 June 2007, the Sydney Opera House became a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
[WORLDKINGS] Top 500 Constant World Records (P. 321) Sydney Harbour (Australia): World's largest natural harbour
19-07-2022
(worldkings.org) Sydney Harbour (Port Jackson) is largest natural harbour in the world being over 11 miles long (17.7 km) and covering an area of 21 square miles (54 sq. km). On July 19th, 2022, World Records Union (WorldKings) officially declared Sydney Harbour as “World's largest natural harbour”.
WORLDKINGS - Worldkings News - Australia Records Institute (AURI) – Pyrmont Bridge: World's oldest electrically operated swing span bridges
13-04-2022
(WorldKings.org) The Pyrmont Bridge over Cockle Bay, at Darling Harbour, Sydney. Australia opened in 1902 and is still in use today.
WORLDKINGS - On This Day – March 19, 2022 – The Sydney Harbour Bridge is opened, in 1932
19-03-2022
(Worldkings.org)The Sydney Harbour Bridge is a heritage-listed steel through arch bridge across Sydney Harbour that carries rail, vehicular, bicycle, and pedestrian traffic between the Sydney central business district (CBD) and the North Shore. The dramatic view of the bridge, the harbour, and the nearby Sydney Opera House is an iconic image of Sydney, and Australia itself. The bridge is nicknamed "The Coathanger" because of its arch-based design.
WORLDKINGS - On This Day - October 20, 2021 - The Sydney Opera House is opened by Elizabeth II after 14 years of construction in 1973
20-10-2021
(Worldkings.org) The Sydney Opera House is a multi-venue performing arts centre in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. It is one of the 20th century's most famous and distinctive buildings.
Sydney McLaughlin wins 400m hurdles gold in world record time
05-08-2021
(worldkings.org) Dalilah Muhammad takes silver and Femke Bol bronze. McLaughlin’s time of 51.46sec crushes her own world record
WORLDKINGS - Worldkings News - Australia Records Institute (AURI) – Sydney Harbour: World's largest natural harbour
08-06-2021
(Worldkings.org) The harbour contains several islands and is home to over 580 species of fish. The seabed is irregular and complex with some very deep holes up to 45m deep and shoals where the water depth can be less than 3m.
Top 20 great traditional festivals in Australia - Vivid Sydney Winter Festival, Australia
30-03-2021
(Worldkings.org) Vivid Sydney is the world's biggest festival of lights, music and ideas.
Top 20 great traditional festivals in Australia - Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras, Australia
29-03-2021
(Worldkings.org) Sydney’s Mardi Gras parade is one of the world’s largest LGBTQI celebrations. More than 10,000 people take part the parade – in support of equality, pride and self-expression – bringing the city to a standstill.
Top 100 UNESCO World’s Cultural Heritages - P93. Sydney Opera House, Australia
06-03-2021
(Worldkings.org) The Sydney Opera House is a multi-venue performing arts centre in Sydney, Australia. It is one of the 20th century's most famous and distinctive buildings.