Beechworth Pictorial
2009 By John Boom
Beechworth is located in Victoria and was established as a gold mining town.
The town grew with the gold rush around 1852 and people flocked to the
area to make a new life for themselves. During the gold rush period people
came from everywhere and there was also a large population of Chinese that
left a lasting impression within the area.
It’s also well known for its prison and the place where Ned Kelly and other
bushrangers were kept in that time. The town is made up of many historic
shops and homes and is a very popular tourist destination. Even today it’s
like stepping back in time when you walk through the streets of Beechworth.
As a child I spent many a happy day looking for gemstones in the creeks
around the town. It was a favourite spot with gemstone clubs from all around
Australia.
The full collection of around 200 photos can be purchased off our Aussie
Photo Website. www.aussiephoto.com
2009 By John Boom
Beechworth is located in Victoria and was established as a gold mining town.
The town grew with the gold rush around 1852 and people flocked to the
area to make a new life for themselves. During the gold rush period people
came from everywhere and there was also a large population of Chinese that
left a lasting impression within the area.
It’s also well known for its prison and the place where Ned Kelly and other
bushrangers were kept in that time. The town is made up of many historic
shops and homes and is a very popular tourist destination. Even today it’s
like stepping back in time when you walk through the streets of Beechworth.
As a child I spent many a happy day looking for gemstones in the creeks
around the town. It was a favourite spot with gemstone clubs from all around
Australia.
The full collection of around 200 photos can be purchased off our Aussie
Photo Website. www.aussiephoto.com
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