The capital of Western Australia is the cosmopolitan city of Perth, famous for its warm, Mediterranean climate.  Perth is a vibrant, modern city situated on the delightful Swan River, and it is known to be the sunniest state capital in Australia and the most isolated capital city in the world.

The people of Perth often lay claim to having some of the best surf and swimming beaches in the world, and the scenic coastal strip stretching from the north down to the historic port of Fremantle is a beautiful sight.

In the north of Western Australia there’s the harsh and beautiful Pilbara region which has the spectacular Ningaloo Reef Marine Park and the fascinating pearling and tourist town of Broome.  The top end of the state is home to the wild and rugged Kimberley area, one of Australia’s last frontiers with spectacular inland gorges, while in the eastern region lies the mining and ghost towns of the gold fields.  The south west of the state is dotted with beautiful surf and swimming beaches, wineries, historic towns and giant karri forests.  Located about 19 kilometres off the coast of Fremantle lies the sandy island of Rottnest, a popular spot for cycling, wildlife spotting and swimming in the crystal clear waters over some of the most southern corals in the world.