We spent yesterday arvo bush-bashing down to the Zig Zag Railway viaducts above Lithgow, NSW and looking around the place for a few hours.

In this shot you can see the No. 1 Viaduct on the Top Road track. A little further down is the larger No. 2 Viaduct. And on the Bottom Road (which is the train line near the bottom of this pic) is the No. 3 Viaduct.

Comprising rock cuttings, classical sandstone viaducts and tunnels, the Lithgow Zig Zag was, and remains to this day, a magnificent piece of engineering. Construction of this part of the rail system began in 1866 and was completed by the late 1890s. The line was decommissioned in 1910 with the construction of the Ten Tunnels deviation which is still in use today by state rail.

Back in the early 1970s, volunteers worked to bring the line back into operation as an iconic tourist railway which ran for decades, bringing with it tourism dollars to the wider Lithgow area.

In 2013, a huge bushfire swept through the area and destroyed a lot of the infrastructure and equipment used by the Zig Zag Railway. Since that day work has proceeded to slowly bring the tourist train line back into operation It is hoped it'll be up and running again in the next year or so.

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"Fully equipped, tranquil flat with garden and bush outlook."

"Excellent location and lovely bijou studio. Good coffee shop and so close to Echo point"

Fridge, microwave, dishwasher, electric kettle

"Very well located and excellently equipped. Lovely ambience. Our stay was perfect. "

"This is a really comfortable place, with a well equipped kitchen and bathroom/laundry. We loved the central heating and also made full use of the gorgeous bathtub."

"Cosy apartment, super quiet, walkable, grocery shopping nearby. "

"Well presented property, great location, lots of room for a family"

"Perfect cottage for 2 friends to stay in! Great location, very neat and tidy, friendly owners and the cutest dog on site! Highly recommended "

"Great location! Close to restaurants, pubs, shops and station. Apartment is cute, beds are very comfortable however the floors, carpet and rugs need a good clean. "

"A really wonderful host, she could not have done more for us. Beautiful home where she made us feel very welcome, and had a glass of wine for us when we arrived. Really gorgeous decorations, and even though it was freezing outside when we were there, she made every effort to make sure we were warm! She has a simply delightful dog too, with impeccable manners. She even offered to drive us places to see. We can't wait to go back to visit!"

"Very warm comfort accommodation. Small and cosy. our family enjoyed the stay. "

AED 933 total

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"The location of the place is great and the decor and apartment itself are nice, but it was just so dirty! There were spiderwebs everywhere (under beds, chairs, on lamps, in cupboards, even in the kitchen drawers). Most kitchen utensils and plates were dirty - the oven and coffee machines had old food on it and there were dead bugs everywhere. The floor hasn't been cleaned in a while. It desperately needs a deep clean. "

2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi

"Good, quiet accomodation in a good location for visiting the Blue Mountains."

"Great location, walking distance to the 3 sisters and lots of character. We loved it and would be back again!"

"Very enjoyable stay, some nice walks around and the views are stunning. Perfect if you want to get away from it all."

"Great location. Has everything you need. Very cosy comfy place."

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"Fabulous relaxing place to stay with friendly customer service. "

AED 470 total

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11 May - 12 May

"Conveniently located, right next to Leura Station and the Great Western Highway."

AED 387 total

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11 May - 12 May

"My second time staying here, could not recommend more highly. "

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"An easy to find comfortable place to stay . Bed very comfortable. The microwave very convenient especially when too wet to go out to eat. A nice clean cosy place to stay. So close to the Katoomba shops and attractions."

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5/5 Excellent

"A fabulous stay, Olde-Worlde charm abounds, from the plush sofas in the beautiful sunny lounges to the library and games room. Our room was quite modern and very comfortable, a 3rd floor room that stayed toasty and warm without turning on the heater even on the crisp autumn nights. The dining room has Breakfast options at a reasonable price, and it was convenient and plentiful, good quality food. The location was handy to the main street and other facilities. We were lucky enough to get a parking spot in the carpark but the signage could be better as the interior boom-gate is a bit confusing. Felt very safe here, would come again."

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"When we reached there we surprised accordingly price and all we didn’t expect This much Beautiful facility its looks so relaxing and cozy awesome for winter time also my kids love the Hotel room and there is Tea Room which is so beautiful everything was so cozy and warm and comfortable feels very relaxing restaurant was also very nice just one suggestion u guys can increasing your restaurant menu by adding some Indian food or maxican or Italian food as well as Australia is multicultural so yes there was no option for vegetarian and even not chips so it’s my one and only suggestion Rest everything was so so nice i really enjoyed and the colour combination of curtain painting everything was give u a pleasant feeling 5 star from my side and it’s very genuine "

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What's the best apartment for my stay in Clarence?

Below are some of the more popular apartments in the area to choose from: The Origami Apartment. Spacious, private, local views……close to town: Located in Wentworth Falls, 19.2 mi/31 km from the heart of Clarence. Includes free WiFi and private balconies. Access to onsite laundry facilities is available on site. Kings Studio - Romantic cosy getaway: Located 17.4 mi/27.9 km away in Leura. Laundry facilities, free WiFi, and private patios are included. Free breakfast and onsite laundry facilities are on site. Perfect Located 2-Bed Blue Mountains Getaway: Located in Katoomba, 17.6 mi/28.3 km away. Includes fireplaces. Access to onsite laundry facilities is available on site. Tranquil Studio Retreat in Leura with Private Bush Outlook.: 17.4 mi/28.1 km away in Leura. Amenities include Smart TVs. Beautiful Blue Mountains Garden Flat: Located in Katoomba, 16.5 mi/26.6 km from Clarence. Includes free WiFi, private patios, and Smart TVs. Access to onsite laundry facilities is available on site.

What will the weather be like when I travel to Clarence?

Though weather is just one factor, it can really affect your travel plans, especially if you’re planning an extended stay in Clarence. The hottest months are usually January and December with an average temp of 64°F, while the coldest months are July and August with an average of 46°F. Average annual precipitation for Clarence is 37 inches.

What should I see and do in Clarence?

Explore the area and family-friendly sights such as Old Wallerawang Station, or get out into nature at a spot like Wollemi National Park. Zig Zag Railway and Hassans Wall Lookout are a couple of places you’ll find in the larger area.

What's the best way to get to and around Clarence?

Knowing a bit about the transportation options can make your trip smoother when you get to your destination. Fly into Bathurst, NSW (BHS), which is located 32.6 mi (52.5 km) away from the heart of the city. To see more of the surrounding area, ride one of the trains from Zig Zag Station or Top Points Station.

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Kings Studio - Romantic cosy getaway

Kings Studio - Romantic cosy getaway

The Origami Apartment. Spacious, private, local views......close to town

The Origami Apartment. Spacious, private, local views......close to town

Beautiful Blue Mountains Garden Flat

Beautiful Blue Mountains Garden Flat

Restored one bedroom holiday flat.

Restored one bedroom holiday flat.

Aroha Studio in Katoomba

Aroha Studio in Katoomba

Mrs McCall’s General Store

Mrs McCall’s General Store

Spacious and Secluded, The Suenaga Suite

Spacious and Secluded, The Suenaga Suite

Apartment 3, Cosy 3 Bedder

Apartment 3, Cosy 3 Bedder

Apartment 2, Cosy 2 bedder

Apartment 2, Cosy 2 bedder

Possumwood Cottage is a studio accommodation ideal for singles or couples.

Possumwood Cottage is a studio accommodation ideal for singles or couples.

Perfect Located 2-Bed Blue Mountains Getaway

Perfect Located 2-Bed Blue Mountains Getaway

Katoomba's Jewell - heart of Katoomba

Katoomba's Jewell - heart of Katoomba

Cloudland - Garden Oasis, the comfort of home

Cloudland - Garden Oasis, the comfort of home

Katoomba Getaway 2 bedrooms

Katoomba Getaway 2 bedrooms

Explore the Blue Mountains on foot

Explore the Blue Mountains on foot

Restored 1940's Holiday Flat

Restored 1940's Holiday Flat

Winchester Tiny House - How's the Serenity?

Winchester Tiny House - How's the Serenity?

One bedroom holiday flat near the 3 Sisters

One bedroom holiday flat near the 3 Sisters

Harmonica - unique modern chic apartment

Harmonica - unique modern chic apartment

Contemporary, Stylish One Bedroom Studio.

Contemporary, Stylish One Bedroom Studio.

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Falls Mountain Retreat

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