Explore the cities, localities, and regional context that make up Australian Capital Territory.
Australian Capital Territory is a territory of Australia.
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Regional answer
Where does Australian Capital Territory fit?
Australian Capital Territory is a territory of Australia. This directory lists 95 cities and localities in Australian Capital Territory.
Country
Australia
Administrative type
Territory
Listed localities
95
About Australian Capital Territory
The Australian Capital Territory is a small, landlocked territory enclaved within New South Wales, created specifically to host Canberra, the national capital of Australia. It is the political heart of the country, home to Parliament House and major national institutions. Despite its small size, it has one of the highest standards of living in the nation.
The territory consists of Canberra and the surrounding bushland, hills and nature reserves, set on an inland plain bordered by mountains. The Murrumbidgee River flows through it. The climate is dry continental, with warm summers and cold, frosty winters.
Canberra is a planned city of broad avenues, parks and national monuments, with a highly educated population and a strong focus on government, research and the arts. It hosts the National Gallery, the Australian War Memorial and Parliament House.
Chosen as a compromise capital between rival cities Sydney and Melbourne, the territory was carved from New South Wales in 1911, and Canberra was purpose-built to the design of American architect Walter Burley Griffin. It became the seat of national government in 1927.
Key facts
It contains Canberra, the national capital of Australia.
Canberra was a purpose-built, planned city.
It was created as a compromise between Sydney and Melbourne.
It hosts Parliament House and major national institutions.
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Australian Capital Territory: Frequently Asked Questions
Which country is Australian Capital Territory in?
Australian Capital Territory is located in Australia.
What type of region is Australian Capital Territory?
Australian Capital Territory is a territory of Australia.
What is Australian Capital Territory known for?
The Australian Capital Territory is a small, landlocked territory enclaved within New South Wales, created specifically to host Canberra, the national capital of Australia. It is the political heart of the country, home to Parliament House and major national institutions. Despite its small size, it has one of the highest standards of living in the nation.
