Forestier Peninsula

The Forestier Peninsula is a peninsula located in south-east , Australia, approximately 60 kilometres by the Arthur Highway, south-east of .
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  • Type: Peninsula
  • Description: peninsula in Tasmania, Australia
  • Also known as: Forestiers Peninsula

Places in the Area

Nearby places include Eaglehawk Neck.

Teralina / is the narrow strip of land that marked the northern border of the convict site on the . The 30-meter narrow strip was guarded by dogs to prevent convicts from escaping during the early 19th century – this line is now called The Dog Line, and there is a small museum explaining the historical significance of this narrow strip.

Forestier Peninsula

Latitude
-42.94194° or 42° 56′ 31″ south
Longitude
147.91417° or 147° 54′ 51″ east
Elevation
207 metres (679 feet)
Open location code
4R993W57+6M
Geo­Names ID
2166330
Wiki­data ID
Q1337520
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Satellite Map

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In Other Languages

From Cebuano to Swedish—“Forestier Peninsula” goes by many names.

Places with the Same Name

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Localities in the Area

Explore places such as Murdunna and Dunalley.

Notable Places Nearby

Highlights include Bun Hill and Murdunna Hill.

Tasmania: Must-Visit Destinations

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