Tasmania

Tasmania is an island located 240 km to the south of the Australian mainland, separated by the Bass Strait. The state encompasses the main island of Tasmania, the Flinders and King islands, and other surrounding islands. Tasmania is the 26th-largest island in the world with a population of around 541,100 people as of September 2020.

Geography[edit | edit source]

Tasmania's landmass of 68,401 sq km is surrounded by the Indian Ocean, the Tasman Sea and the Bass Strait. The state is mountainous with some areas covered by forests. The Tasmanian Wilderness, a network of protected areas, is listed as a World Heritage Site.

Climate[edit | edit source]

Tasmania has a cool temperate climate with four seasons. The state's highest recorded temperature was 42.2 °C on 30 January 2009.

History[edit | edit source]

The island was first inhabited by the Aboriginal Tasmanians around 40,000 years ago. It was sighted by Dutch explorer Abel Tasman in 1642 and named Van Diemen's Land. The name was later changed to Tasmania in honour of its first European discoverer.

Economy[edit | edit source]

Tasmania's economy is based on agriculture, mining, tourism, and manufacturing. The state is known for its production of apples, pears, stone fruits, and berries.

Demographics[edit | edit source]

The majority of Tasmania's population is of British descent. The state has a lower average income compared to the rest of Australia.

Education[edit | edit source]

Tasmania has a good education system with numerous public and private schools, colleges, and the University of Tasmania.

Culture[edit | edit source]

Tasmania is known for its rich cultural heritage, including the Museum of Old and New Art (MONA), the largest privately funded museum in the Southern Hemisphere.

See also[edit | edit source]

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