Shark Island, located in Sydney, the capital of New South Wales, is one of many islets in Sydney Port (Sydney Harbour) and is part of Sydney Port National Park (Sydney Harbour National Park).
Shark Island is the most famous island in Sydney Port. Its name is derived from the shape of the island, not because it has sharks. Just one kilometer from Sydney's Rose Bay (Rose Bay), the 1.5-hectare island offers an excellent view of the harbour to the Sydney Harbour Bridge, (Sydney Harbour Bridge), and the Sydney Opera House, (Sydney Opera House). The shallow waters next to Shark Island are dangerous to shipping vessels, especially during the rapid development of maritime trade in the early 19th century. Between 1880 and 1975, the island was used as an animal quarantine area, a public recreation reserve and a naval warehouse.
Shark Island is one of Sydney's most popular picnic destinations, the island's green grass leisurely, giant tree Cheng Yin, can sit on the floor, from all angles to enjoy the beautiful scenery of the harbour; You can also explore the rocky front, the man-made caves and the sand-covered beaches on the island.
Transport:
- Ferry departing from (Darling Harbour) or roundabout wharf (Circular Quay) at Darling Port is available.
