What does it mean to be “the world’s most isolated capital city?” Until recently, it meant that Perth was a hot, gritty place, surrounded by blazing desert. However, growth in regional mining industries, Asian immigration, and an increase in tourism have given the city a new cosmopolitan character; these days isolation feels like a beautiful thing. With a population of 1.5 million (90% of the state overall), Perth is everything a city should be—big, busy, and flush with enough great nightlife, delicious dining, and cultural events to keep any traveler busy and satisfied for days, if not weeks. The weather is generally beautiful, the location—nestled between the Swan river and the sea—is generally great, and the attitude is relaxed in spite of it all. And when you’ve had enough of the city itself, Perth also makes a convenient base from which to explore the region’s more remote attractions—many companies run trips and tours from this hub to pretty much anywhere in Western Australia a traveler might want to visit.
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