TATHRA
Tathra is a small coastal town just
north of Merimbula, and a little south of Bega. This is a pretty coastal spot
that requires care when driving the descent into town from the
south. Tathra is also a popular
holiday destination that has a great surf beach. 
Tathra may mean "beautiful
country" or "place of wild cats" in a local aboriginal dialect. The
Tathra area was first settled by Europeans in the 1820s and 1830s,
although it was outside the limits of legal settlement.
Nearby points of interest are the Old Tathra Wharf and
the Mimosa Rocks National Park that begins at the northern end of Tathra
Beach and runs north for about 16km. It has five access roads from the
Tathra-Bermagui main road. Bournda National Park starts at Kianinny
Bay, at the southern end of Tathra, and runs south for about 13km.
There is a good walking track, near the coast, along most of its
length.
In Tathra's seaside Memorial Gardens, a plaque
commemorates the bicentenary of a tragic trek by survivors of a
shipwreck.
The Maritime Museum at the wharf is a good visit. Try
and time the visit with the opening hours.   
The Wharf itself is impressive and the War Memorial is
located on the southern entry to the town.
Tathra is serviced with the Catholic
and United
denominations.
The Tathra Hotel has a great position overlooking both
the sea
and
the township.
When travelling the coastal route be sure to visit
this nice, but small town and refreshment at the pub will be easy. 
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