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Encore, Cygnet

 iandsmith Says:  Wooden homes are a distinguishing feature of Cygnet, which also boasts one of Australia's oldest houses of worship in St James Catholic Church which was built in 1840. The area is blessed with safe swimming beaches which also attract some anglers. Local attractions include... 

Other stuff, including pubs

Other stuff, including pubs, Cygnet

 iandsmith Says:  Though there are some architectural delights in Cygnet there aren't that many. One that I do remember but don't seem to have taken a picture of it the top pub.Now, I should explain; there are three pubs in Cygnet, colloquially titled the Top Pub, Middle Pub and Bottom Pub.... 

Some bare facts

Some bare facts, Cygnet

 iandsmith Says:  In addition to hosting the festival in mid January for nearly three decades, the village has some history.The normally quiet town is centrally located in a fruit growing area and is also now favoured by baby boomers and artists.Originally named in 1793 by French navigator... 

Instrumental in attracting attention

Instrumental in attracting attention, Cygnet

 iandsmith Says:  Hurdy gurdy. Now there's two words I remember from one of Donovan's more popular songs. Now that I've seen one I can't get it out of my head!In a hall at the festival were craftsmen of the highest order making instruments that I was familiar with but more that I wasn't. For... 

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 Hurdy gurdy. Now there's two words I remember from one of Donovan's more popular songs. Now that I've seen one I can't get it out of my head!In a hall at the... 

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 Every year Cygnet, a village south of Hobart, has a music festival. Folk music to be more precise though that covers a broad spectrum. If you're into Gaelic music you'll be well catered for here as...... 

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