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The Commandants House, Port Arthur

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#6 of 11 in Historic Sites in Port Arthur
Historic Site · Hidden Gem · Tourist Spot
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  • By wombatdavid
    I love this house and its history. They are currently renovating it so only half open but still one of my favourite places on the site.  more »
  • By 398anniew
    As this beautiful building was added onto over the years it is a bit miss matched compared to the other houses but still very interesting to visit. We took the talk with the guide which was...  more »
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