Totally Findable Tourist Caches
Welcome to Sydney
This series of geocaches is designed primarily with visitors to Sydney in mind who may have limited time and transport options and want a quick and easy find while out enjoying some sightseeing around this beautiful city.
All cache containers will be one of three types; a flat magnetic key case (MKC), a round film canister (FC or MFC for magnetic) or a fake rock (FR).
The hint will indicate the type of container used and will be very specific to help you find the cache easily. If you want a challenge to find this cache and don't wish to know exactly where it's hidden, do not look at the hint.
At each location you’ll be given some information about the site you are visiting.
Enjoy!
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Hyde Park Barracks
The Hyde Park Barracks is a UNESCO World Heritage site in the heart of contemporary Sydney. It is an extraordinary record of the living legacy of colonial Australia. Originally built to house convicts, the Barracks also served as a women’s immigration depot and asylum, and later law courts and government offices. Today this immersive museum tells the stories of the thousands of men, women and children held or housed there, and the Aboriginal communities profoundly impacted by the relentless push of colonial expansion.
We acknowledge the impact Hyde Park Barracks has had on Aboriginal Country and that this impact continues to be felt today.
Was, is and always will be Aboriginal land.
Governor Macquarie (1810 – 1821), after his arrival in Sydney, had become increasingly disturbed by the male convicts' behaviour in the streets after work. Convicts had been allowed to find their own lodgings, however, Macquarie thought that barracks accommodation would improve the moral character of the men and increase their productivity. To this end, Macquarie requested convict architect Francis Greenway design barracks for 600 men. Constructed by convicts, the foundation stone was laid by Macquarie on 6 April 1817 and the barracks were completed in 1819. Macquarie was so impressed by Greenway's design that he granted him a full pardon shortly after its completion. The barracks officially opened on 4 June 1819, when 589 convicts were admitted.
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This wonderful interactive museum is well worth a visit if you have the time. Allow around 90min. Hyde Park Barracks is open daily between 10am and 6pm, with last entry at 4.30pm. Entry is free however you are advised to book a time online to avoid disappointment. Alternatively, just walk in and see how you go. For more information, visit the Museums of History – Hyde Park Barracks website by clicking on the following link…..
Hyde Park Barracks
Source (including Images): Museums of History - Hyde Park Barracks; Wikipedia - Hyde Park Barracks, Sydney; Tripadvisor