Armidale: A Wool Haven
Occupied by the Anaiwan people, Armidale is a city in New South Wales. It was in the early 1830s that Armidale was settled in, and was named after Armadale, a village in the Isle of Skye in Scotland. Armidale was proclaimed a city in 1885, and has not stopped developing since, though still maintain its picturesque views.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Armidale is during the spring (September to November) and fall (March to May) seasons. During the month of March, Armidale hosts the Australian Wool Fashion Awards, where designers showcase the use of Merino wool in their designs. There is also the Autumn Festival held every April: there is a street parade, stalls, and the fall foliage is given the highlight. During the month of May, there is the annual New England Wool Expo, where handicrafts and wool fashions are displayed, as well as shearing competitions and demonstrations. Hop on a flight to the Armidale Airport to enjoy Armidale.
What to Do & Area Attractions
When in Armidale, tourists can visit the Aboriginal Cultural Centre & Keeping Place, where they can experience the arts and culture of the Australian indigenous groups. There are exhibitions for art works and different artifacts in the Aboriginal Cultural Centre & Keeping Place. People can book a room in the Country Comfort Armidale if they want to spend a night close to the center. If they want a taste of nature, people can head on to visit the Wollomombi Falls, where they can hike and camp. However, if they don’t want to camp in the area, people can opt to book Waterfall Way Farmstay, which is a 13-minute drive away.