Sydney sits in a coastal basin bordered by the Pacific Ocean (east), Blue Mts (west), Hawkesbury River (north) and Woronora Plateau (south). Sydney Harbour is the world's largest natural harbour and Sydney boasts over 70 harbour and ocean beaches including famous Bondi & Manly Beaches. The Sydney Harbour Bridge (1932) linked the city with the North Shore. Sydney hosted the 2000 Summer Olympics in spectacular fashion. Amongst the numerous annual festivals and social/cultural events are the Sydney Festival (Jan), Australia Day Celebrations (Jan), Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras (Mar), Royal Easter Show, Archibald Prize (art portraits) (June), Sydney Film Festival (June), City to Surf (road running/walking race) (Aug), Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race (Dec). Sydney City markets include Paddy's, The Rocks, Opera House and Sydney Fish Market. Suburban markets include Sydney, Paddington, Entertainment Quarter, Surry Hills, Parklea, Glebe, Balmain, Rozelle & Bondi markets.

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