Melbourne the second largest city of Australia is truly a multi cultural city with more than one quarter of Melbourne’s inhabitants born oversees. The cultural and fashion capital of Australia, Melbourne is conservative and refined and has a charm and elegance that appeals all. Melbourne, Australia is known as a cultural and sport capital of Australia; Melbourne is the spiritual home of Australian Rules football. In a survey conducted by The Economist of the World's Most Livable Cities on the basis of its cultural attributes, climate, cost of living, and social conditions like crime rates and health care,

Melbourne has thrice shared the top position in 2002, 2004 and 2005.The Culture of Melbourne involves a wide variety of annual cultural events, performing arts and architecture.

Culture of Melbourne consists of art galleries, museums, theaters, art and culture events, art walks and tours, dance and performing arts. Melbourne is also considered to be live music capital of Australia with a

large number of successful Australian artists coming from the Melbourne live music scene.Melbourne has close to 100 art galleries ranging from large public institutions to small commercial galleries. Melbourne boast a number of interactive museums which offer a comprehensive guide to Melbourne’s rich past and culture.

Melbourne culture features some edgy performances by leading theater artists ranging from mainstream musicals to amateurs. Indulge in opera and orchestral productions at The Regent and Princess Theaters. The Australian ballet companies specialized in contemporary and experimental dance performances. Melbourne International Comedy Festival is a dazzling circus and cabaret celebrating music and dance in all forms and genres. Take a ride on the “Art from the City Circle” tram or walk down the city lanes and explore the city’s public artworks. Take a stroll down the Birrarung Marr along the Yarra River featuring the Federation Bells, Batman Avenue, Speaker’s Corner and many more.

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