Ballarat is a city in the state of Victoria, Australia, approximately 105 kilometres (65 mi) north-west of the state capital Melbourne.
Ballaratis a city located on theYarrowee Riverand lower western plains of theGreat Dividing Rangein the state of Victoria, Australia.The third most populous urban area in the state, it is also one of the most significant Victorian era boomtowns in Australia.It is the commercial capital of theCentral Highlandsand the largest city in theGoldfields region of Victoria—a significant tourist destination. Ballarat is known for its history, culture and its well-preserved Victorian era heritage.
