Few could deny the spectacular beauty of Sydney Harbour. Its rocky ridges and dozens of bays and coves have long been praised by visitors and residents. It was in this setting that the European settlement grew into the city we know today.

Sydney is a cosmopolitan place. From its beginning it has been a home to people from all over the world. Many generations and cultures have left their mark in defining Sydney’s evolution into one of the world's most diverse and exciting social centres, as well as a key player in the Asia-Pacific region.