www.womanthismonth.com November 2016 61 A dress fashioned out of flowers at the Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show. Hosier Lane's brilliantly- hued street art makes for a must-visit destination. For zany food combinations, visit Gazi. Pictured - Crispy lambs brains with charred leeks and pickled grapes. Enjoy scenic panoramas of the city on a glamorous hot air balloon ride. The century-old Puffing Billy steam train still runs on its original mountain track and is a great way to see natural landscapes like valleys and hills. Wallabies playing at the Emerald Monbulk Wildlife Shelter, Melbourne. The show has a footfall of thousands of visitors flocking to see outlandish blooming gardens, trails and multicoloured plants, with a special theme each year. The venue is a mélange of seasonal plants, exotic blooms, rare and native species. Floral design workshops and lectures aim to turn the casual gardener into an avid hobbyist. Exhibitors compete for a number of prestigious awards and card handouts are given to those interested in creating professional designs on their own at home. The city hosts a broad spectrum of entertainment for tourists, from striking museums to buzzing bistros and wildlife parks. Get a bird’s eye view at sunrise in a hot air balloon, or amble along the cobbled lengths of Hosier Lane while witnessing all the street art it has to offer. Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show
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