or Berrem by the Wurundjeri. The city of Melbourne has been established around the lower stretch of the river in1835. The river flows through the Yara Valley 242 Km west, from the Yara ranges and empties in to the Hobson Bay in Port Philip.
Traveling along the Yara on your own private boat is a great way to experience the city of Melbourne and its many attractions such as the Mebourne Park, Royal Botanical Gardens and the Herring Island. The river is no doubt the social heart of Melbourne, as it softly gushes down, quietly amazing its spectators. It is also where most spectacular events and festival take place in Melbourne such as the Moomba Festival. Taking a dinner cruise on the Yara River is a great excursion that will let you admire the beauty of the city by night fall.
There are number of places to hang out on the banks of the river, where people have barbeques and picnics while enjoying the picturesque surroundings. Plenty of Joggers and cyclists are seen on the banks of the river in the wee morning hours and in the evening.
While the Yara River is a great starting point to explore the city of Melbourne, the city itself will amaze you with the sheer adventure that awaits you within. With so much to see and do, this bustling town will never seize to amaze you. Hotels Melbourne are well geared to offer complete relaxation, after experiencing the excitement that awaits you within the city. If you are on the lookout for Luxury Melbourne Accommodation within the heart of the city that will make your journey down under memorable and unique, then look no further than The Langham Melbourne. With elegantly appointed rooms flanked by impeccable service standards this hotel is pure luxury.
Whether you choose to cruise on it, or enjoy the gorgeous view from its banks, Yara River is sure to amaze you with its magnificence, the liveliness that it is surrounded by and the history that the river has seen unfold. It’s indeed a must see on your Australian vacation.
