City Hill is one of Canberra’s key landmarks, located in the heart of the city. It is a prominent feature of Walter Burley Griffin’s original design for Canberra, and sits at the apex of the city’s central road network. The hill forms part of the **Parliamentary Triangle**, symbolizing the connection between the city’s political and civic life.
City Hill is a landscaped public space, featuring gardens and trees that offer a quiet retreat within Canberra’s urban environment. At its center stands a flagpole with the Australian flag, signifying its role as a civic hub. The hill’s elevated position provides a panoramic view of the surrounding areas, including major avenues like Commonwealth and Northbourne Avenues, which radiate outward from it.
Although City Hill is less developed than other major landmarks like Parliament House or Lake Burley Griffin, it remains a symbolic and historical element of Canberra’s design, representing the city’s balance between natural beauty and urban planning
city hill, Vernon Cir, Canberra ACT 2601, Australia
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