Last year we visited Cockington Green Garden during Easter. We had an idea what to see there but what we saw was simply amazing.

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As usual, we visited with our local friends from the Garran community as part of our volunteering program. We had booked our tickets in advance and reached there at 9.30 sharp. The garden features miniature replicas of buildings and landmarks from the different states of Australia. ![DSC02206.JPG](https://cdn.steemitimages.com/DQmcqsh2uf9zjXD7hJPmCFMqLob1EdcRY39b129khFXQ6iH/DSC02206.JPG) A wonderful of course watching these lovely miniature houses and surroundings with actual swimming pools, lakes, trees. ![DSC02221.JPG](https://cdn.steemitimages.com/DQmeEZiBCzwfP4BeSzLq2ZzhTV1r4bWa1KgH9n5kanVTDcN/DSC02221.JPG) Caulfield Grammarians Football Club (CGFC), is in Victoria, but look at this football grounds, don't you think as if you were at the actual playground? ![DSC02210.JPG](https://cdn.steemitimages.com/DQmYSnUBTBjTFNLJNui53saKgMEZeVQDk91xipFsEWPZ1MH/DSC02210.JPG) >Dolls House Picnic Area Rose Room Coffee Shop Miniature Steam Train Rides

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>And a ride on the miniature steam train Or a view of the 34-room dolls house Or enjoy homemade scones in the Garden Cafe. Free BBQs Playground Gift Shops Have a train ride ##### International Buildings: The miniature buildings from over 30 countries, ![DSC02239.JPG](https://cdn.steemitimages.com/DQmVFDZ44YKKjp4eFbGpqSgaKRHBz7g1SuB25W5qq52QXej/DSC02239.JPG) Here's a detailed look at buildings from other countries

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Scotland's Braemer Castle Peru's Machu Picchu is all set within landscaped gardens and also includes a miniature steam train ride. New Zealand: Treaty House

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Norway: Borgund Stave Church Peru: Machu Picchu Philippines: Torogan Maranao Dapotap from Republic of Korea Seokgatap Pagodas Braemar Castle from Scotland

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And many more as shown below. All these models are crafted by a team of experts and sponsored by concerned embassies or agencies/organizations from the represented countries. There is a set scale of reconstruction of these buildings as these models are mostly built to a 1:18 scale. However, a few like Machu Picchu, are at a 1:100 scale. There are attractions and other Features for children: Miniature Steam Train Ride which is one of the popular attractions for visitors to explore the gardens and international display. Waverley Dolls House: A 34-room Georgian-style doll house on display in the Rose Room. ![DSC02284.JPG](https://cdn.steemitimages.com/DQmavCfEMPZXpJc869Bxk6Kb71NL7pRtsfpTvRxVDBWWF8S/DSC02284.JPG) Rose Room: Features the Waverley Doll's House, the "Chester Shops" and other exhibits, including miniature bottle displays. A private collection of dolls Normally it takes two hours to walk through the garden but when you have children around it takes longer. Besides a few children wanted to have refreshments so we visited the local restaurants and spent some time there. The children had a train ride. They were given a souvenir guide and a notebook each at the entry and received a small gift based on how they noted what they saw and also offered discount vouchers at the cafe and souvenir shop. Handmade creations The Garden has a Cafe which offers quick refreshments. ![DSC02282.JPG](https://cdn.steemitimages.com/DQmZVYFhvpihWaNYoPggyfy2MTYBTdjw1TizCow4w7HUdZS/DSC02282.JPG) Parson Nose Garden Cafe: A licensed cafe serving tea, coffee, and other refreshments. Picnic Area & Playground: Provides a space for families to relax and enjoy lunch or afternoon tea. Free BBQs: Available for visitors to use in the picnic area. Gift Shops: Two gift shops offer souvenirs and other items. ![DSC02286.JPG](https://cdn.steemitimages.com/DQmeEKUE5jiTZZa7Ng8zV6v9m2vV1G1Wg83Jy5JZwun72Vf/DSC02286.JPG) I suggest one should see these fascinating miniature buildings from around the world which are made exactly as original. All these miniature buildings are set within beautifully Cockington Green Gardens, that offers an experience of reality. There is something for everyone including children and adults at Cockington Green Gardens which would remain in their memory forever. Address: Nicholls, Canberra, Australia Admission Prices Adults AU$25.00 Transportation Facilities: Cab Canberra Transport Bus Service Light Rail

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Opening Hours: 9.30 am-closing at 5.30 pm. The Garden remains Closed on Christmas and the next day. GoogleMaps ![Screenshot (2883).png](https://cdn.steemitimages.com/DQmbqCCWdsqiqZd8XcCzK6eHe5azoXXs7SjU5j2hN8oKSUJ/Screenshot%20(2883).png) [//]:# (!steematlas -35.19145622 lat 149.08660769 long Cockington Green Gardens ACT, Australia d3scr) https://cockingtongreen.com.au/ [//]:# (!steematlas -35.19145622 lat 149.08660769 long Cockington Green Gardens ACT, Australia d3scr) Beneficiary #steem-atlas [//]:# (!steematlas -35.19146937 lat 149.0865916 long Cockington Green Gardens ACT d3scr)