Sydney- the best city in the world? Part One

It's hot. There is a beach five minutes walk away. It's beautiful. It's littered with iconic landmarks. It's Sydney. I am currently on holiday visiting my sister in Sydney, Australia and what a city it is. I have been several times before and have come to the conclusion that Sydney is a serious contender for the greatest city in the world. What makes it so special? Here are few suggestions and some pictures I have taken that I feel show off one of the greatest city in the world.

Beaches


I cannot think of a city anywhere in the world that has such quick access to so many wonderful beaches.The other day I walked several of the Eastern suburb beaches, from Coogee to the infamous Bondi Beach. A dramatic coastline, with plunging cliffs and crystal blue water make for an idyllic walk. Nonetheless, one can also see mother nature's power as waves kept pushing a lady against a rock or marooning people away from the beach with lifeguards continually shouting, "Swim round to Bronte mate". This trip has certainly taught me that the sea can be scary. That aside, the beaches her are amazing, golden sands and of course a paradise for surfers. Further up the coast, Manly, Curl Curl and Dee Why are also fantastic beaches so Sydney residents are spoilt for choice. If you favour smaller waves there are also calm beaches within Sydney Harbour, such as Balmoral. The choices for sunbathing and swimming spots are endless.

Bronte and Tamarama Beach

Views

Sydney is full of iconic scenes and of course at the top of the list is the Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge. When one first thinks of Sydney it is these two sights you think of the most. Whilst they are amazing and everytime I see them I am still in awe, there are so many more sights to see. Sydney's skyline itself is incredibly impressive, with the Syndey Tower standing tall. Arguably, the skyscrapers are a little dated and don't have the modern feel of London's Gherkin or the stylish Chrysler Building in New York.

Taken from near Watson's Bay

Nonetheless, with the skyline in the same view of Sydney harbour,  alongside the Opera House and Harbour Bridge, this view is unbelievable. It seems wherever you look there is a view to be admired.

Taken from Blue Point on the North Shore

There are stunning sights to see away from the city centre, Circular Quay and Darling Harbour. These include the Pine lined, Manly Beach, the former fishing village of Watson's Bay and the nature reserve of Gordon's Bay. Nature alone or combined with man work to create some of the best views I have ever seen.

I'll be writing several more posts on why Sydney is such a brilliant city, so make sure to visit soon. For now follow me on Twitter by clicking here.