*** A reminder, particularly to new geocachers, that in order to claim an online find, you must retrieve the physical cache container and sign the logbook within it. Please make sure you have a pen/pencil with you. This is a fundamental rule of geocaching.
Totally Findable Tourist Caches
Welcome to Sydney
This series of geocaches is designed primarily with visitors to Sydney in mind who may have limited time and transport options and want a quick and easy find while out enjoying some sightseeing around this beautiful city.
All cache containers will be one of three types; a flat magnetic key case (MKC), a round film canister (FC or MFC for magnetic) or a fake rock (FR).
The hint will indicate the type of container used and will be very specific to help you find the cache easily. If you want a challenge to find this cache and don't wish to know exactly where it's hidden, do not look at the hint.
At each location you’ll be given some information about the site you are visiting.
Enjoy!
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Barraory
Barraory was the name given to this area by the local Aboriginal people. Today, we call it South Head and is the peninsular and sandstone headland that marks the entrance to Port Jackson.
Before 1788 it was intensively used by Aboriginal people as a base for settlement, fishing, shellfish collection, art and associated rituals.
From the first European settlement onwards, the cliffs of South Head were the landmark for arriving ships to Sydney Harbour. A lookout and later a signal station were established to advise the early colony of arriving ships, and over time a flag staff, stone tower, night cauldron and the Macquarie Lighthouse were built to signal to incoming ships.
The iconic red and white striped Hornby Lighthouse was built in 1858 following the wrecking of the "Dunbar" at the foot of South Head. Designed by colonial architect Alexander Dawson, Hornby Lighthouse was the third lighthouse to be built in NSW. For more information, visit the nearby Hornby Lighthouse Virtual by superslothsonya
There is also evidence of fortifications that were used to defend the harbour, before the area was turned into a national park and recreation area. It has long been one of the city's most visited locations with spectacular views.
While you are here, why not begin the excellent multicache, Watson Wander by Elev8!on, if you have time.
Source: The Dictionary of Sydney - South Head
Image: NSW National Parks
This cache is placed with the permission of the NPWS.
Information about visiting NSW National Parks can be found at the following links:
Safety in NSW National Parks
Alerts for NSW National Parks
Information about NSW National Parks