Bendigo: Chinese Heritage Tour with Morning Tea (Sundays)
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Highlights
- Step inside Bendigo’s 1871 Chinese Joss House Temple
- See the world’s longest Imperial Dragon at the Golden Dragon Museum
- Pan for real gold while exploring historic 1850s Chinese diggings
- Enjoy morning tea at Omari Café in Larni Garingalang Gardens
- Walk through Regional Australia’s most significant Chinese Cemetery
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What to expect
Visit one of Australia’s most significant and best-preserved Chinese burial grounds. Discover its beautifully inscribed headstones, symbolic offerings, and the remarkable 19th-century burning tower still used in traditional ceremonies today.
Step inside Bendigo’s historic Joss House Temple, built in 1871 to serve as a spiritual refuge for the city’s early Chinese miners. Marvel at the intricate craftsmanship, symbolic architecture, and the enduring presence of a living place of worship that continues to connect past and present.
Continue to the Golden Dragon Museum and Chinese Gardens, the heart of Bendigo’s living Chinese heritage. Here you’ll see exquisite artefacts, hand-embroidered silk regalia, and Dai Gum Loong — the world’s longest Imperial Dragon. Stroll through the adjoining gardens, where tranquil ponds and traditional design celebrate friendship and cultural harmony.
Relax mid-tour with morning tea at Omari Café, nestled within the serene Larni Garingalang Gardens on the banks of Bendigo Creek. Enjoy freshly baked scones and locally roasted coffee or tea amid the tranquillity of native bushland before continuing your journey through this remarkable story of courage, culture, and renewal.
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"This is a fantastic and informative tour of Bendigo! I really enjoyed the experience. This tour presents a great overview of Bendigo’s rich and varied history, with some great stories and very interesting sites. I highly recommend doing this!" - Goldfields Guide ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
"Great day spent learning about Bendigo, it's history and hidden gems. Jamie showed a great mix of buildings and landmarks. His knowledge is in-depth and his passion about history makes it even more enjoyable". - Elizabeth C ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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