6 Stunning Photos of Newcastle, Australia

McKenna McVicker is a student at Chapman University and she is an ISA Featured Photo Blogger.  She is currently studying abroad with ISA in Newcastle, Australia.

I spent a sunny, Sunday afternoon exploring the city of Newcastle. In just a few hours, I captured over 200 photos. These six photos are just a sliver of all the amazing sights of Newcastle.

Only five minutes after hopping of the train, I came across this amazing building, which used to the post office for the city of Newcastle.
Only five minutes after hopping of the train, I came across this amazing building, which used to the post office for the city of Newcastle.
After coming across the post office, I walked just about two blocks further down Hunter Street to find this stark contrast the historic building.
After coming across the post office, I walked just about two blocks further down Hunter Street to find this stark contrast the historic building.
People say that Australia has some of the most beautiful beaches in the world, and Newcastle Beach definitely doesn't disappoint!
People say that Australia has some of the most beautiful beaches in the world, and Newcastle Beach definitely doesn’t disappoint!
This view of Newcastle shows modern architecture and historic architecture seem to blend in the city.
This view of Newcastle shows modern architecture and historic architecture seem to blend in the city.
As it was a beautiful day, I was lucky enough to capture sailboats coming back into the harbour after a day at sea.
As it was a beautiful day, I was lucky enough to capture sailboats coming back into the harbour after a day at sea.
This is the iconic Customs House clock tower. As it is right across from the train station, it is a great landmark to find your way home after a day in city.
This is the iconic Customs House clock tower. As it is right across from the train station, it is a great landmark to find your way home after a day in city.