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Manjimup
is a large attractive town with a population of approximately 5,000,
is the gateway to the Southern Forests region of W.A. and is an
ideal base for a holiday or just a weekend away, with places such as The
tree top walk, Nannup, Bridgetown, Pemberton and Augusta, all within 1 ½
hours drive away.
The
rich red soil of the district will support almost any agricultural crop
and most of the states potatoes, onions, cauliflowers, apples peaches,
pears, plums, cherries, avocados, chestnuts are grown by local farmers.
Many renowned vineyards are now well established and local wines are
exported worldwide.
The
areas wonderful history can be revisited at the Timber and Heritage Park
on corner of Rose and Edwards Streets where you will find The state timber
museum, age of steam museum, historic hamlet, blacksmith shop, native bush
walk and magnificent lawns and gardens.
Other
places to visit while in this beautiful area are the Diamond Tree (51mtr
Climb) and is the only wooden
tree top tower in the world, King Jarrah Tree (600 years old), Fontys
Pool, Glenoran Pool and 4 aces Karri Trees and Historic Dingup Church
built by Thomas Giblett one of our early pioneers
Manjimup
has excellent sporting facilities including a picturesque 18 hole grass
greens and fairways golf course on Perup Road. The
Manjimup
Cherry Harmony Festival is held in December each year. Visit
the Manjimup
Visitor Centre for holiday information and accommodation guide
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