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Perth is situated on Australia's western coast, close to the south-western tip of the country
Perth is a vibrant and modern city pleasantly sited on the Swan and Canning rivers, with the cerulean Indian Ocean to the west and the ancient Darling Ranges to the east. It claims to be the sunniest state capital in Australia, though more striking is its isolation from the rest of the country (Perth is closer to Singapore than to Sydney). The city centre, with its sterile concrete and glass skyscrapers, unfortunately dominates a site which has the potential, with its picturesque riverside location, to be stunning. The domineering edifices hide a handful of 19th century buildings and facades, and beleaguered patches of greenery. It is indeed a beautiful city, enhanced by the Indian Ocean beaches, the hillside hideaways, romantic Fremantle, cosmopolitan Subiaco and the select, comfortable suburbs which fringe the Swan River.
Spring (September to November) and autumn (March to May) are the best times to visit, as Perth experiences hot, dry summers and mild, rainy winters. One peculiarity of the local weather is the breeze that blows in from the sea in the late afternoon - call it the 'Fremantle Doctor', and you might as well wear a t-shirt saying 'I'm not from around here'.