The main historical symbol of Perth is the Swan Bells (Bell Tower Perth). It serves as a starting point for most sightseeing tours. It is a high bell tower constructed of metal and glass, at the base of which a copper construction of impressive size is installed. At present, the Swan includes 18 bells, more than half of which were brought from England several centuries ago. Part of the bell tower has been converted into a museum displaying a collection of antique watches and bells. In the heart of the city is the Western Australian Museum founded in 1891. The museum's halls present an interesting collection of natural science exhibits: collections of butterflies and replicas of prehistoric animals, an extensive collection of meteorites, as well as countless unique archaeological exhibits. The Western Australian Museum is one of the largest in the Southern Hemisphere. Part of its space is allocated for holding all kind of exhibitions and cultural events. The museum occupies several beautiful historic buildings, including the Old Gaol. Built in 1856, it had been a city prison for many years. Today, the former prison cells are converted into beautiful exhibition halls. In the immediate vicinity of Perth is Karrakatta Cemetery, one of the most important historic monuments of Western Australia. In the cemetery, prominent political and military figures were buried, as well as artists whose works are known far beyond the borders of the country. The cemetery was founded in the
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