and its rainwater is so pure that quantities have been shipped to Australian Olympic Athletes competing overseas. Western Tasmania´s World Heritage Area is one of the last great unspoilt temperate wilderness areas in the world. Tasmania has Australia´s oldest brewery, the Cascade brewery in Hobart.
A Huon pine tree in the south-west wilderness is estimated to be 4,000 years old, making it the oldest living thing on earth.
Tasmania has 68 golf courses - more per capita than any other state in Australia.

Colourful Salamanca Market, poignant Port Arthur, the exhilarating wilderness of Cradle Mountain, bountiful fresh produce and pampering aplenty - Tasmania, the island state, offers an entirely different Australian experience. With detailed regional and urban coverage this definitive guidebook allows you to make a perfect getaway on Australia´s emerald isle.

FIND YOURSELF in the Great Outdoors - our National Parks chapter covers mountain terrain and gentle rambles.
GET OUT, GET ABOUT with our suggestions for outdoor activities, from fly fishing to family-friendly nature walks.
LICK YOUR LIPS at our coverage of local gourmet fare - seafood, King Island cheeses and cool-climate wines.
DREAM SWEETLY with our accommodation options, from B&Bs and camp sites to cosy pubs and cottages.
GO YOUR OWN WAY with our 50 maps, including detours to help you find your own slice of solitude.