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Penola
The village of Penola was established in 1850, making it the oldest town in the Limestone Coast.
As you explore the town you can almost hear the echoes of a historical past that include names such as Mother Mary McKillop, Father Tenison Woods and Poets, Adam Lindsay Gordon and John Shaw Neilson.
Uncover a wealth of local talent at one of the many art galleries or tantalise your tastebuds with local produce, a specialty in our award winning restaurants and café’s.
Come and discover the delights of Penola and then realise it is the southern gateway to the World Renowned Coonawarra Wine Region.
Points of Interest
-Visit the Mary McKillop Interpretive Center and learn more about this remarkable woman and why she will soon be ordained as Australias first saint.
-Historical Slab Huts are still standing in Petticoat lane and offer a variety of goods from fine linen to lavender.
- Visit Yallum Park, a Victorian mansion built in 1880 and appears to have frozen in time.
- Take a cycling tour around the township and enjoy the many beautiful gardens, trees and buildings that contribute towards making this little town so unique.
- Discover that the world famous wineries begin as you leave the outskits of Penola.
For more information on Penola please phone the
Penola Information Centre - 08-87-372855
