Hi there,

If you are travelling to Tasmania, Australia you should not miss visiting the Richmond Convict Gaol, at Richmond Tasmania, 7025.

It's Australian oldest existing and best preserved colonial convist gaol.

Richmond Gaol as we see it today, was built over a period of 15 years between 1825 and 1840.

Features include :

Mens and womens solitary confinement cells

Punishment cell

Chaingangs and convict holding rooms

Flogging yard and privy

Cookhouse with original oven

Visitor information and site guide

Souvernir and craft shop.

Sound effects.

Be part of Tasmania's history and experience the sights and sounds of early prison life.

Visit our website at richmondgaol.com.au

Email richmondgaol@yahoo.com.au