Picturesque Macedon and Hanging Rock in Autumn

_{** 𝐴𝑢𝑡𝑢𝑚𝑛 𝑖𝑠 ℎ𝑒𝑟𝑒, 𝑦𝑒𝑙𝑙𝑜𝑤 𝑙𝑒𝑎𝑣𝑒𝑠 𝑓𝑎𝑙𝑙 𝑜𝑛 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝑠𝑡𝑟𝑒𝑒𝑡 𝑇ℎ𝑒 𝑠𝑐𝑒𝑛𝑡 𝑜𝑓 𝑑𝑟𝑖𝑒𝑑 𝑔𝑟𝑎𝑠𝑠, 𝑠𝑜 𝑎𝑢𝑡𝑢𝑚𝑛 𝑠𝑤𝑒𝑒𝑡 𝑊ℎ𝑖𝑡𝑒 𝑐𝑙𝑜𝑢𝑑𝑠 𝑓𝑙𝑦 ℎ𝑖𝑔ℎ, 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝑠𝑘𝑦 𝑖𝑠 𝑑𝑒𝑒𝑝 𝑏𝑙𝑢𝑒 𝑇ℎ𝑒 𝑡𝑟𝑒𝑒 𝑐ℎ𝑎𝑛𝑔𝑒𝑠 𝑐𝑜𝑙𝑜𝑟, 𝑎𝑢𝑡𝑢𝑚𝑛 𝑠𝑐𝑒𝑛𝑒𝑟𝑦 𝑖𝑛 𝑓𝑢𝑙𝑙 **} ^{No matter how much I attempted to capture these feelings with something like free-style poem (lol, or not a poem), I think it still failed to do justice to what I experienced in person} -----  Macedon is a little and a picturesque town located in Central Victoria, nestled at the foot of Mount Macedon and surrounded by the Macedon Ranges. Situated between Melbourne and Bendigo along the Calder Freeway, this charming rural location is home some of the most stunning views in Victoria. -------------------------------------------------------------------  If you are in Melbourne now, you should visit the place to see abundance of picturesque sceneries, especially this time when the fall is here- the most beautiful season of the year.  ^{We met those irresistibly cute furry friends...so cutee...who could resist😄They also love having their picture taken and showed off their cuteness, lol}  ^{Everyone loved taking photos of autumn leaves in all their vibrant colors. I was no exception, and took more than 100 photos of the autumn scenery but still feeling like it's never enough.} ------------------------------------------------------------------- When coming here, don't miss the Honour Avenue. Are you wondering about the name: "Honour Avenue" and here is the answer from the local: "the street was etablished to remmember and pay tribute to those who made the ultimate sacrifice for the country.   ** ** This avenue has become a symbol of honour, respect, and gratitude throughout the local community". It's very special and walking alonghere made me to reflect on the bravery and courage of those who gave their lives for our freedom. Respect ❤️   ^{Every angle was captivating and gorgeous in its own way; honestly, I found it it hard to resist taking photo after photo, lol} There was a bit of crowding on the weekend. Even though the weather forecast said rain was on the way, I'm glad it turned out beautiful when we got there. There were no cars allowed on this street, so locals and visitors can stroll along it and enjoy the beauty. ^{We parked at another street and walked down to Hornoured Avenue} --------------------------------------------------------------- Lined with yellow trees that stretch as far as the eye can see, this road will gave me a feeling of peace and tranquility. As I stood among the trees, admiring the beauty of the autumn leaves, I couldn't help but feel like time had stopped. I didn't want to leave 😀 ^{For many, this is a normal seasonal experience that they have grown up with. But for others, including myself as a girl from a tropical country, the sight of autumnal scenery is breathtakingly beautiful.❤️} -------------------------------------------------------------------  Continued the drive to the town's center, we passed by luxurious mansions, sprawling gardens, and winery farm. I was told that here is one of Victoria's most desirable districts and home to many millionaires. No doubt. I can imagine that the locals enjoy life in their own oasis surrounded by beautiful scenery, with plenty of space. *I want to retire here in the future 😀*  ------------------------------------------------------------------- We also passed by "Ash Wednesday", again I was curious about the name because I had no knowledge about the town. It was a sad story to hear and I did a research about what happened. The Ash Wednesday bushfires of 1983 was one of the most devastating natural disasters in Australian history. On February 16th, 1983, a series of massive wildfires spread across Victoria, burning an area of almost 29,500 hectares. The fires caused huge destruction to infrastructure, loss of life and immense suffering for those affected. In total 75 people lost their lives and more than 3,000 homes were destroyed. ^{[Credit](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ash_Wednesday_bushfires)}. What I saw is remarkable and I was amazed how homes were rebuilt, and nature also seemed to be thriving.  --------------------------------------------------------------- I was recommended to visit Forest Glade gardens, Mount Macedon Memorial Cross, Uniting Church, and Hanging Rock. However, I didn't have enough time to tour all of the attractions since we arrived at 1pm. I decided to check out Hanging Rock and it took me 10 mins to drive from Honour Avenue. It's quiet a tranquil and charming place with a large and inviting green park.   --------------------------------------------------------------- On the left, you will find a cozy cafe shop that serves up delicious treats and beverages. --------------------------------------------------------------- On your right, there is a discovery center with interesting exhibits about the history of this special place. ------------------------------------------------------------------- Stepped inside and explore the area to uncover fascinating stories about its past and present. ------------------------------------------------------------------- Here the beginning of the trail, it took me 50 mins in return. Dogs are not allowed.  ------------------------------------------------------------------- Breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape  ------------------------------------------------------------------- ------------------------------------------------------------------- It was an easy and short tract to the summit of Hanging Rock. -------------------------------------------------------------------  ^{Do you see me standing on the rock...my shadow? We are quite small compared to this huge expanse of space.} We had the pleasure of walking up to the submit and the panoramic views were simply breathtaking.   ------------------------------------------------------------------- We had arrived at such an enchanting place and every corner here was so beautiful and captivating that we wished to stay and admire it for longer. It was getting dark and we had to leave. I really love Macedon and hopefully I will come back here sometimes. ----- ❤️💛  [//]:# (!pinmapple -37.42631 lat 144.56350 long d3scr)