GYMPIE
QUEENSLAND
Gympie is a historical city in the Wide Bay area. It has been busy in 1860s when gold was here discovered and still celebrates the event with Gold Rush Festival. The gold discovery saved slow Queensland economy and Gympie became the richest town in Queensland. Its name derives from from Indigenouis Gubbi Gubbi for a stinging tree. It has many historical buildings, heritage architecture.
The main attraction of Gympie is the Mary River Rattler, a steam train some 100 years old. The scenic train tours are very popular.
Scenic rular hinterland drive visiting local villages of Dagun, Amamoor and Kandanga offer a look at Growers Markets and Mary Valley views is also popular.
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