Manjimup, Western Australia
Manjimup is a large town in the South West region of Western Australia. It is about 307 kilometers (191 miles) south of Perth. It is famous for its forests, giant trees, and fresh food. As of 2016, Manjimup had a population of 4,349.[1]
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| Coordinates | 34°14′28″S 116°8′47″E / 34.24111°S 116.14639°E | ||||||||
| Population | 4,349 (as of 2016) | ||||||||
| Established | 1856 | ||||||||
| Elevation | 287 m (942 ft) | ||||||||
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Description
[change | change source]Manjimup is called the "heart of the Southern Forests" because it is surrounded by huge forests, including the tall Karri and Jarrah trees.
It has a long history as a center for the timber industry. Manjimup is the main place on the Australian mainland that grows Black Truffles. Truffles are a very expensive type of mushroom used in fancy cooking. The area has very rich soil, so it grows many different fruits and vegetables like apples (the famous 'Pink Lady' apple was developed here), cherries, potatoes, and avocados.
Tourism
[change | change source]Manjimup has many places to visit, often connected to its history or nature:
- Giant Trees:
- Diamond Tree: A tall Karri tree that used to be a fire lookout (now closed to climbing).
- Four Aces: A row of four very old, tall Karri trees.
- King Jarrah Tree: A massive Jarrah tree thought to be over 500 years old.
- Manjimup Heritage Park: A large park that has:
- A fun Adventure Playground with a huge slide.
- The State Timber Museum and Steam Museum to learn about the town's history.
- The Power Up Electricity Museum.
- One Tree Bridge: The remains of an old bridge made from a single Karri tree trunk.
- Fonty's Pool: A large man-made freshwater swimming pool that is a popular spot for relaxing.
- Festivals: The town holds the yearly Cherry Harmony Festival and a Truffle Kerfuffle event to celebrate its famous produce.
Etymology
[change | change source]The name Manjimup comes from local Aboriginal Noongar words, possibly meaning "place of the edible reed."
Climate
[change | change source]The town has a mild Mediterranean climate, which means cool, wet winters and warm, dry summers, which is great for growing truffles and tall trees.
- ↑ Australian Bureau of Statistics (27 June 2017). "Manjimup (State Suburbs)". 2016 Census QuickStats. Retrieved 23 May 2018.
