Brisbane Family Trip - Day 3 (Scenic World)

Katoomba was not a place I knew much about when planning for this trip. Part of the reason why I chose this town as a stop was a) it wasn't in Sydney but wasn't far from Sydney b) something about the Blue Mountains and c) Three Sisters (a rock formation?).

When we first entered Katoomba yesterday I saw sign pointing to the lookout for Three Sisters but also saw signs for a place called Scenic World.  This was not a name that initially inspired hope. The name is uninspiring, (Piss Weak World, anyone?). However did a little bit of research on the internet and decided it was worth a visit today.

And Wow!

Basics first. Scenic World is effectively made up of four attractions; Scenic Railway, Scenic Skyway, Scenic Cableway and Scenic Walkway. Or as the sign in the building said:

 Now this was a very popular tourist attraction. Lots of people from all nationalities seemed to be in attendance today. And for one very good reason. The scenery here is absolutely spectacular.I dont think that words will do it justice, nor my amateur photography. However for what it's worth here are some pictures taken during the day:

The Scenic Skyway with the Jamison Valley in the background

Orphan Rock

The tracks for the Scenic Railway. The photo may not show it but that is a steep track!

View from down at the bottom of the Scenic Railway Station.

I forget what this one is called. I liked the photo though, so it;s here.

The Jamison Valley

That's the Three Sisters on the left hand side. Whilst one of the iconic structures of the area, in all honesty it's overtaken by its surroundings.

The Scenic Walkway was also home to an art exhibition - Sculpture at Scenic World 2019. Here are some highlights.

Y? (a pretty obvious title)

I forget this title. Something to do with oil drums being re-imagined as nature.

Yeah, forgot this title as well. Metal in the forest?

Regret

Into the Woods Red Mountain Wood - I found this one a bit creepy.

I forget this one as well, but they looked like Dragon Eggs - sponsored by HBO?

If you find yourself in or around Katoomba I strongly I strongly recommend a trip to Scenic World.

Sydney tomorrow.

No real additions to time or km in the car. Scenic World is less than a couple of minutes from the Katoomba town centre.

No music on play today.