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Beam me up Scotty | Megalong Valley | NSW | The Blue Mountains | Australia | HDR
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Equipment used:
Nikon D200
Nikon 28mm f2.8
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Tripod – cable release
3 shot bracketed HDR processed in Photomatix.
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Megalong Valley is simply magic. While the view from the Hydro Majestic Hotel at Medlow Bath is breathtaking, a drive down into the Valley itself is an unforgettable experience.
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Megalong Valley is primarily a farming community for the locals, yet offers adventure for visitors to the valley.
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Megalong Valley offers some of the best horse riding adventures available in Australia with many venues offering rides for beginners through to experienced riders.
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One of the Blue Mountains major tourist attractions is the Megalong Australian Heritage Centre offering entertainment for the whole family, including stock men shows and the famous Megalong Farm.
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To get to the Megalong Valley, simply turn off the Great Western Highway at the Blackheath railway crossing and you are on your way to adventure.
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The fabulous Cox’s River passes through the valley, and it’s via this river in 1818, Thomas Jones was believed to be the first European visitor to the area. Thomas Jones ventured into the valley to explore its natural vegetation.
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On your journey into the valley you will be captured by Mermaids Glen and Coach wood Glen.
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Megalong Valley hosts one of the Blue Mountains best picnic grounds at the Old Ford Reserve which is located along Megalong Road by the Megalong Creek.
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Within the Valley you will find an old steam engine which was once used at the Carrington Hotel in Katoomba. An old shack, Huntling Lodge, can also be seen at the base of the cliffs which was once owned by the developer of the Hydro Majestic Hotel, Mr. Mark Foy.
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Megalong Valley is an ideal escape from the rest of the world, especially for those who wish to experience Australian bush land, horse riding adventures, and accommodation to suit.
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The Megalong Valley is part of the Blue Mountains of New South Wales, Australia. It is located west of Katoomba. On its eastern side, the valley is separated from the Jamison Valley by Narrow Neck Plateau.
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The name Megalong Valley is derived from an Aboriginal word thought to mean ‘Valley Under The Rock’.
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