Lygon Street- where Italian is king
Melbourne is famous for the type of culture that it promotes, as it attracts nationalities from all over the world. Lygon Street in Melbourne is where tourist will get a feel for the Italian influences on this part of the city.
Situated at the very centre of Carlton, Lygon Street is where many Italian families settled down during the 1900s and brought with them their culture and their food.
The street is fondly called ' Little Italy for the selection of Italian cuisine that is readily available at the side walk restaurants. The street is also famous because it was one of the first in Australia to introduce the concept of outdoor dinning.
The sight of typical Italian checked table cloths along Lygon Street, is where tourists could savour anything from pizza, pasta or step into an authentic Italian ice cream parlour on a sunny afternoon or catch up with friends at a gelati bar- the options are numerous.
Aside from all the wonderful cuisine that tourists will be tempted to delve into, Lygon Street also offers a couple of shops to do some last minute shopping. Carlton has a range of designer shops, theatres, galleries and a large supermarket all within walking distance.
The range of goods available at Lygon Street is of very high quality, so tourists hoping to spend a few hours of quality shopping could do it here. Among the goods on sale which the street is particularly famous for are designer clothing boutiques. The stores display the latest trendy fashion in clothes, shoes and accessories. The popular boutiques to be found on this street include ' Alchimia which focuses mainly on accessories and shoes and leather goods are a favourite at this store.
For tourists looking to pick up some collectibles and souvenirs then the Indigo Junction is the best place for antiques and gifts. The goods on offer at the store range from small items to prams, glassware, beds and even vanity tables.
After some quality shopping and a hearty Italian meal, pampering at one of the many hotel in Melbourne would be ideal. The Langham Hotel Melbourne unlike other hotels Melbourne has to offer has a Chuan Spa and restaurant with a lounge for tourists to unwind at after an exciting day in the city.
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