Sydney’s excellent ratings in quality-of-life surveys are due to the quality of its air and water, the beauty of its natural environment, and the level of infrastructure and services available. On the other hand, Sydney does experience traffic congestion during the morning and evening peak hours.
A unique feature of Sydney is the many suburban beaches along the city’s coastline, each with its own charm and character. Then there is Sydney Harbour, which divides the city between north and south, and offers scores of sheltered ‘harbour beaches’ that are very popular.
Sydney’s pleasant climate, multicultural population and attractive natural environment make it an ideal place to experience diverse cultural and culinary delights and to get involved in a huge range of outdoor and indoor activities.