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Golden Dragon Museum
The Golden Dragon Museum is a history of the Chinese people from when they first
arrived in 1850. 5 – 11 Bridge Street
Bright
Bright is southeast of Wangaratta on the Great Alpine Road. In winter an entry point for
the ski resorts of Mount Hotham and Falls Creek. Skis can be rented here as an
alternative to the resorts. Chains also, which will be needed in the winter to drive up to
the resorts. There are many scenic walks and bike ride trails here as well.
Art Gallery and Cultural Centre
This gallery offers three exhibition spaces and displays artworks by up and coming artists
as well as cultural displays. 28 Mountbatten Avenue.
Hang Gliding
In the summer Bright is popular for hang gliding and paragliding due to the thermal
currents in the valley.
Mount Buffalo National Park
This stunning National Park is only a short drive from aBrightr and features sheer cliffs,
waterfalls and walking tracks that come with amazing views.
Rail Trail
This section of unused railway track has been converted to a popular trail ride. The track
goes for 94km from Bright to Wangaratta.
Castlemaine
Castlemaine is in the Victoria Goldfield region and a town of charm, small shops and
cafes. The Castlemaine Art Gallery and Historical museum has a good collection of
Australian art. Castlemaine Buda Historic Home was built in 1857 by a retired Indian
Arm Colonel and has 19 th Century gardens. Castlemaine market opened in 1862 and now
features a craft and antiques market. Close by is the town of Maldon equally historic.
Dandenong
The Dandenong Ranges are 40 km form Melbourne with walking trails, picnic places and
gardens. Mount Dandenong dominates the area as well as the National Park. The towns
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