Victor Harbor, South Australia

Victor Harbor ({{coor dm|35|33|S|138|37|E|region:AU-SA_type:city(15000)}}) is a city on the coast of the Fleurieu Peninsula in South Australia, Australia.

Related Topics:
Fleurieu Peninsula - South Australia - Australia

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It is a popular resort and tourist destination, only a short drive from the capital city of Adelaide. A popular site for visitors is Granite Island, separated from the mainland by a short tram/pedestrian bridge. The tram service is provided by the Victor Harbor Horse Drawn Tram, one of the very few horse-drawn tram routes remaining in public transit service.

Related Topics:
Tourist - Adelaide - Granite Island - Tram - Pedestrian - Victor Harbor Horse Drawn Tram

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Despite the fact that the International English (and therefore Australian) spelling is Harbour, the city itself is spelled Harbor without the u.

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The area has a population of around 15,000, and was declared a city in 2000. The City of Victor Harbor governs a larger area that includes several nearby towns. Victor Harbor is in the state electorate of Finniss and the federal Division of Barker.

Related Topics:
2000 - City of Victor Harbor - Division of Barker

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