Sydney is the capital of New South Wales (NSW) and the most populous city in Australia. The city is a symbol of European penetration in the Pacific ocean. Established as a penal colony of England, Sydney today symbolizes the most modern cities on the planet, dreamed by many to be theirs forever home. It features among the top 15 cities most visited in the world. The city is a fine amalgamation of nature, sandy white beaches, wildlife, and the most luxuriant urban development with plenty of skyscrapers.
Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (IATA: SYD, ICAO: YSSY) is the international airport servicing the city. The airport lies 8km away from the Sydney Central business district (CBD). It is the busiest airport in Australia with international flights from all over the world. The system of public transportation is well structured in the city with options ranging from buses to light rail, to ferries and trains. One can easily get a transport card and can easily commute around the city.
The Australian Dollar (AUD) is the official currency used in Australia. The exchange rate between the Pound Sterling and AUD oscillates between 1.5-2.2 AUD for each unit offer of GBP. There are exchange kiosks at the airport but it's advisable to change currency outside the airport as they charge lesser as compared to kiosks at the airports.
Things of Interest: The Sydney Opera House, The Sydney Harbor, Bondi Beach, The Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park, The Australian Museum, Watsons Bay, Darling Harbour, The Blue Mountains, Taronga Zoo, Hyde Park, George street, St. Mary’s Cathedral, Hornby Lighthouse, Swim with sharks at Sea life Sydney Aquarium, Queenscliff Beach are some of the prominent things of interest in and around Sydney.