Known as the melon capital of Australia, Chinchilla is a quirky town 81 kilometres out ofDalby in Queensland. In this intriguing place, you'll find a variety of things to do all year round.
The name Chinchilla is believed to come from the Aboriginal word for Cypress Pine, and you'll find plenty of this evergreen tree species lining the town's main street. A walk along here will take you past the Chinchilla Culture Centre and the Lapunyah Art Gallery, before leading you to the Historical Museum. Here you'll be able to take a look at objects as varied as steam engines and saw mills, to period costumes and vintage cars.
If you happen to be in town during the biennial Melon Festival, you'll want to take a look at this one-of-a-kind celebration of Chinchilla's favourite fruit. Keep an eye out for the melon skiing event, and the pip spitting competition.
Chinchilla is truly a unique town, filled with fascination and fun. With all the amenities you need for a comfortable stay, it's well worth a trip to this melon loving town.
