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Sydney travel Guide

Sydney Basic Information
Country: Australia
Region: Sydney
Elevation: 0 ft
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Area: 4692 sq mi
12147 km²
Population: 4,399,722 inhabitants
Currency: Australian Dollar (AUD)
Electricity: 240v
Power plugs: G
Telephone code: +61

Sydney is the largest city in Australia with a population in its metropolitan area of nearly 4.34 million. It is the oldest city in the country and the capital of New South Wales. It was the seat of the first British colony in Australia.
Located on an inlet of the Tasman Sea, Sydney is made up of several hills surrounding Port Jackson.
Sydney is one of the most multicultural cities in the world, reflecting its role as an important destination for immigrants to Australia. According to the cost of living in the "Alliances", Sydney's most expensive city. It also ranks among the top 10 most liveable cities in the world according to Mercer Human Resource.
The city has hosted several events of an international sports such as the Commonwealth Games 1938, the 2000 Summer Olympics or the end of the Rugby World Cup 2003.

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