Beechworth

Beechworth is a well-preserved historical town located in the north-east of Victoria, Australia, famous for its major growth during the gold rush days of the mid-1850s. At the 2021 census, Beechworth had a population of 3,290.

Beechworth
Victoria
Panorama of Beechworth town centre
Beechworth
Coordinates36°21′34″S 146°41′13″E
Population3,290 (2021 census)
Postcode(s)3747
Elevation560 m (1,837 ft)
Location
  • 284 km (176 mi) NE of Melbourne
  • 39 km (24 mi) SW of Wodonga
  • 38 km (24 mi) E of Wangaratta
LGA(s)Shire of Indigo
State electorate(s)Benambra
Federal division(s)Indi
Mean max temp Mean min temp Annual rainfall
18.4 °C
65 °F		 7.8 °C
46 °F		 959.7 mm
37.8 in
Localities around Beechworth:
Chiltern Wooragee
Eldorado Beechworth
Everton Upper Murmungee Stanley

Beechworth's many historical buildings are well preserved and the town has re-invented itself and evolved into a popular tourist destination and growing wine-producing centre.

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