9.3 km north-east of Canberra. Historic city with a number of interesting buildings dating from the mid-19th century. This is at the centre of sheep farming country, and a major attraction near by The Big Merino, a life-like replica of a ram which is more that 15 metres high and 18 metres long. The complex includes restaurants shops selling local crafts and woolen goods, displays highlighting the history and technology of the wool industry, and a lookout which provides excellent views over the surrounding countryside.
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