Tasmania

Do you ever wonder about the origin of that south eastern island just south of Australia? To what county does it belong?

Well, Tasmania is indeed a state of Australia. It is an archipelago of more than 300 islands sitting just 150 miles from the mainland. Tasmanians are citizens of Australia, travel on Australian passports and vote in federal elections. It can be compared to the United States' state of Hawaii.

Tasmania has more than 1,000 mountain peaks, four mild seasons, more than 40 per cent of its island is protected as national parks and reserves, and it has some of the world’s rarest animals. Its main Island, which compares in size to West Virginia, is home to about 500,000 people.

Interestingly enough, Tasmania's air is scientifically proven to be just about the world’s cleanest; the soils are rich and fertile. This means the produce, seafood and wines are next to the best.

Tasmania is a unique Australian destination-but very unique in its own way!