Adelaide - 阿德莱德

AdelaideIt is the capital and largest city of South Australia (SA). The city is adjacent to Gulf StVincent to the west and Adelaide Hills to the east. It is the fifth largest city in Australia. The entire city has a quiet environment, shaded trees, gardens everywhere, and the quiet River Torrens passes through the city. High-rise buildings are rarely seen in the entire city, but there are various Victorian buildings and churches in classical architectural styles. The perfect combination of nature and humanity also makes Adelaide one of the top ten in the "World's Best Livable Cities" list. This civilized city has no traffic jams, hills and beaches are only a 20-minute drive away, and it has a Mediterranean climate suitable for outdoor activities. The roads in the Adelaide area are easy to find. The center is Victoria Square, the tree-lined North Terrace is a cultural center with many museums, and Rundle Mall is here. Main shopping area. Adelaide International Airport (Adelaide International Airport) is west of the city centre, 7000 meters away.

In downtown Adelaide, you can witness the hustle and color of the city’s fresh food center-Adelaide Central Market (Adelaide Central Market) from gourmet cafes, and stroll to the North Terrace of Adelaide's Cultural Avenue Stroll through art galleries, museums and colonial-style buildings, walk through the huge Railway Station to see the Parliament House and Government House, and visit the artistic atmosphere of the Botanic Gardens Palm House.

The residents of Adelaide will proudly tell everyone who comes here that this is the first city in Australia composed purely of immigrants. Because of the diversity of immigrant culture, here you can see cultural treasures from all over the world, such as the Adelaide Fringe Festival held in February every year, which is the second largest in the world after the Edinburgh Art Festival. Great Fringe Art Festival; you can also taste food from all over the world, such as authentic Italian pizza and pasta, creamy Greek yogurt, Afghan barbecue, Argentine steak, German sausage dark beer, etc., and of course the top fresh Seafood, authentic Australian BBQ and South Australia’s Shiraz wine, which is well-known at home and abroad. Take a stroll on North Terrace, the most historical and cultural attraction in Adelaide. You can visit the University of Adelaide with a long history and beautiful campus. You can go to the State Museum to learn about the past and present of South Australia. You can also have a wealth of collections The temperament is cultivated in the South Australian Art Museum. Even if you sit in a daze on the tranquil Dorrance River lawn, feel the healthy breath of people running and cycling, and then feed the black swans by hand, you can also spend a good day in Adelaide.

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climate

climate	㋀	㋁	㋂	㋃	㋄	㋅	㋆	㋇	㋈	㋉	㋊	㋋
Highest during the day（℃）	29	29	26	23	19	16	15	17	19	22	25	27
Lowest at night（℃）	17	17	15	12	10	8	8	8	10	12	14	16
precipitation（㎜）	19	14	27	40	60	79	75	69	59	43	31	29
Source: BOM

Adelaide’s winters are usually mild and humid, and summers are warm and dry. This is the driest area of ​​all capital cities in Australia. The average annual rainfall here is 553 mm. June is the wettest month, with an average rainfall of 80 mm. The average rainfall in summer is about 20 mm. The average maximum temperature in summer is 29°C and in winter it is 15-16°C.

During the spring (September to November), the daily average temperature in Adelaide ranges from the lowest temperature of 11.6°C to the highest temperature of 21.7°C. In summer (December to February), people flock to the sea, and the seaside town is always quite lively and busy. Locals will also take advantage of the warm weather to eat out, enjoying the food of Adelaide's various fine restaurants and cafes outdoors. Get on the tram and head to the seaside townGlenelg(Glenelg), here is a Mediterranean climate with warm and pleasant four seasons. Autumn (March to May) is the best time to visit Adelaide. The sun is shining and the weather is warm and pleasant. The daily temperature in Adelaide in autumn ranges from the lowest temperature of 12.5°C to the highest temperature of 22.4°C. The biennial Tasting Australia (April to May) is held in Adelaide, a great opportunity to taste the fresh local products of South Australia. Adelaide and the Mount Lofty Ranges (Mount Lofty Ranges) have more rainfall than inland areas, and the daily average temperature in winter ranges from the lowest temperature of 8°C to the highest temperature of 15.9°C.

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aviation

Adelaide International Airport (IATA：ADL) Is located about 6 kilometers west of the city, with only one terminal. The airport is small, divided into upper and lower levels. The upper level is the departure and domestic arrival level, where you can check-in; the bottom level is the international arrival level, where you can pick up your checked luggage. There are tourist information desks, ATM machines and counters of major car rental companies on the arrival floor. There is a small shop in the square where you can buy Sim cards and bus tickets.

Singapore Airlines and its wholly-owned subsidiary SilkAir have a convenient route network and a rich selection of flights. There are flights departing from 10 cities in mainland China (Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Wuhan, Changsha, Chengdu, Chongqing, Kunming, Xiamen). You can arrive in Adelaide by transiting through Singapore. At the same time, Singapore Airlines and SilkAir can also fly to six major Australian cities: Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Cairns, Perth, and Darwin. On the Sydney and Melbourne routes, there are also Big Mac A380 passenger planes operating. In addition, Singapore Airlines and SilkAir have code-shared with Virgin Australia. Passengers of Singapore Airlines and SilkAir can fly to 47 cities in Australia by flying Virgin Australia. Before March 31, 2016, passengers who depart from China on Singapore Airlines and SilkAir to Australia and transit at Singapore Changi Airport will also receive a Changi Airport consumption voucher worth SGD 40. For details, please seeSingapore Airlines official website。

Bus

Adelaide's long-distance bus is located in the city center. Greyhound is the most important interstate transportation company. There are two buses a day to Melbourne (7:20 in the morning and 20:15 in the evening). The ticket is 65 Australian dollars. (Buy on the website can save 5 Australian dollars). In addition, there is the Premier Stateliner company within South Australia, which operates shuttle buses to tourist attractions in the state such as Port Lincoln, Victor Harbour, and Port Augusta.

For specific route and fare information, please click on the following website:

• Greyhound
• Premier Stateliner

railway

Adelaide is the junction of Australia's three main interstate railways. "Indian-Pacific" travels from Sydney to Perth, the capital of Western Australia via Adelaide (4 days and 3 nights); "Overland" travels between Adelaide and Melbourne ; "The Gahn", starting from Adelaide, passing through the deserts of central Australia, to Darwin, the capital of the Northern Territory (3 days and 2 nights). All interstate trains in Australia are not commuting but tourist groups. The departure schedule and prices vary according to the season. Please inquire for specific information.Great Southern Rail official website。

Travel around

The main means of transportation in Adelaide are Metro Train, Bus and Tram. All public transportation uses the same type of bus ticket, free unlimited times within two hours Transfer. There is a public transport advisory center in the city (at the intersection of Currie St and King William St) where you can inquire about the time and frequency, and you can also buy tickets. In addition, there is a free loop bus 99C (City Loop 99C) between Chinatown and parts of King William St in the city center, which runs every half an hour; the tram that connects the city center to Glenelg Beach runs between North Street and South Street. The room is also free.

taxi

Taxis can be called at hotels, gaming venues and some designated taxi stops. Other locations need to call to make an appointment. The taxi fare starts at AU$3.7 and costs AU$1.77 per kilometer. The fare at night (19:00-6:00) and weekends is AU$4.9 and AU$1.94 per kilometer. For inquiries about taxi prices within Australia, you can refer toOfficial website。

The main taxi companies in Adelaide are:

• Adelaide Independent Taxi, Phone: 132211
• Suburban Taxi, Phone: 131008
• 13Cabs, Phone: 70879300

Car rental

Australia is a country that is very suitable for self-driving and has a very developed car rental network. There are many car rental companies to choose from at the airport and North Terrace in the city center. Common car rental companies include Avis, Hertz, Budget, Eurocar, Thrifty and so on. In addition, travelers who need to rent an RV can also consider RV companies, such as Maui, Apollo, Britz, etc. The driver's license must have an English translation notarization and can be used in South Australia for 3 months.

bike

Adelaide is a city that is very suitable for slow cycling tours. Free bicycles can be rented in the city (single day is free, if you rent for multiple days, you need to pay a certain deposit). Tourists need to provide passports.

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Important sights in the city

• Victoria Square（Victoria Square）。IntroductionLocated in the city center, it has a modern fountain designed by a sculptor born in Adelaide. From around the square, you can see Adelaide’s new and old buildings at the same time, including the modern South Australian government building and the St. Francis Xavier’s Cathedral (St. Francis Xavier’s) built at the beginning of the construction of Adelaide. Cathedral) and the Supreme Court. (Update date: March 2017)
• South Australian Museum（the South Australian Museum）。IntroductionIt is a museum of natural and cultural history. It mainly exhibits ancient and modern animals and plants of South Australia, Pacific islands and the life customs of various peoples. Among them, the exhibits on anthropology, natural history and geology are the most abundant. It is the world's largest collection of Australian aboriginal items The museum also has ethnographic materials of early Pacific culture. (Update date: March 2017)

Important attractions in the suburbs

• Kangaroo Island。IntroductionLocated 113 kilometers southwest of Adelaide, it is the third largest island in Australia. It is a tourist attraction full of low jungle, national parks and abundant wildlife. In addition, there is a long-standing sea lion breeding area. (Update date: March 2017)
• Gao Ba Budi（Coober Pedy）。IntroductionIt is the oldest and largest opal mining city in South Australia. It is also the place with the most opal shops and the most opal varieties in the world. Another well-known thing is that local houses, churches, or opal mining factories are all built underground in order to escape the hot climate here. (Update date: March 2017)

Activity

• Mountaineering。IntroductionHead to Adelaide Hills, a secluded place where you can recharge. This mountain is not only the backer of the city in terms of geography, but also provides a lot of food. At the same time, it is also the main wine producing area with about 50 wine cellars. Enjoy lunch at Lane Vineyard or Bird In Hand. 
• Cycling。IntroductionGo to various locations in the Central Business District (CBD) including the Bicycle SA on Franklin Street and many local associations and ride free bicycles during the day. This is a fun way to explore the city. Most of the paths are smooth and unobstructed, but the way to Henley Beach along the Linear Park is also quite charming. The travel time for each path is approximately 40 minutes. 
• Animal watching。IntroductionSatisfy your love of wildlife at the Adelaide Zoo, a 10-minute walk from the city center. There are more than 1,800 animals, including kangaroos, koalas, and many other native species. If you want a more interactive itinerary, Temptation Sailing provides you with a cruise itinerary to admire dolphins and swim from the neighboring pier. 

Shopping

• Central market（Central Market）。IntroductionEstablished in 1870, it is the largest market in the southern hemisphere and is full of historical significance. Various small shops sell food including fresh vegetables, fruits, fish, meat, poultry, and unique dried fruits and coffee beans. There are also many Chinese-style shops, various small stalls and entertainment venues here. (Update date: March 2017)
• Rundle Shopping Center（Rundle Mall）。IntroductionIt is actually a pedestrian street, a section of Rundle Street between King William Street and Pulteney Street, lined with shops, and is the shopping district of Adelaide city centre. (Update date: March 2017)

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Safety

Adelaide is a very safe city as a whole, with simple folk customs and very few thefts. But even so, try to avoid going to sparsely populated, dark and remote places at night. Try to avoid going near bars and nightclubs where young people gather on weekend nights. Take important belongings with you as much as possible.

communication

There are widely distributed internodes in the central business district and the airport [1]Free WiFi hotspot provided (port 80 only). View coverage area:[2]

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