Albany - Anzac History

Before leaving Albany I visited Mt. Clarence, where the Cenotaph and the Princess Royal Fortress are located, overlooking the harbour.  2015 is a special year for Albany, as in 100 years ago in 1915 the first Anzacs set off for The Great War.

The Cenotaph is majestic, sitting on top of the hill, thus wonderful views.  You approach the Cenotaph from below, walking up a series of steps lined by heavy railings – quite a powerful approach, with the Cenotaph in full view above you. 

You drive around to another part of the hill to get to the Princess Royal Fortress & Museum.   There is a walk up to the Flag Pole & Signal Mast with a panoramic view over the harbour from which the fleet set sail in 1915.  The museum is comprehensive (I toured it on my previous visit two years ago) and a day could be easily spent to see it all; as I was very early it wasn't fully open, but visitors can wander about the grounds.  A worthwhile start to the day.