The township of Castlemaine, nestled in the heart of Victoria, carries with it a distinct and storied reputation. Founded during the fervour of the 1850s gold rush, the town once bustled with fortune-seekers and independent spirits drawn by the promise of prosperity. That legacy endures, for the region has long been known as a haven for those inclined toward unconventional lifestyles and independent thought.
In contemporary times, Castlemaine is often regarded as a refuge for individuals of a more bohemian or "hippie" persuasion—those who value artistic expression, sustainability, and a certain distance from mainstream norms. Its residents, many of whom dwell amidst the surrounding bushland, are perceived to emerge from their secluded environs infrequently, often bearing views shaped by a deep scepticism of authority and institutional convention. This reputation, colourful though perhaps exaggerated, continues to distinguish Castlemaine from its more conventional neighbours, adding to its charm as a bastion of countercultural identity rooted in a rich and defiant past.
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Wonderful buildings. I can see the Bohemian flavour here. Love ❤️ your posts.
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DeleteNice
ReplyDeleteIt sounds an intriguing and interesting place to observe quietly, unseen.
ReplyDeleteGood for stroll
DeleteReminds me of the wild wild west during the California goldrush days. Nice to see.
ReplyDeleteA lot of mine shafts too
DeleteVery beautiful house
ReplyDeleteOld vintage style
DeleteDidn't know about this place. It would be fun to look around the bohemian area for sure.
ReplyDeleteA lot of interesting gold-digging era artefacts lying around
DeleteI think I could spend rather too long in that secondhand center!
ReplyDeleteIt is now shut down
DeleteIt's such a nice town and I've haven't visited it for years.
ReplyDeleteIt is now quite posh around there
DeleteI have a sort of relative, his mother could not care for him, she was too young, so he was adopted. Later emigrated to Australia. Someone tracked him down decades later. He owned a huge farm that had two water filled gold mines on the property.
ReplyDeleteI would probably enjoy wandering around there!
ReplyDeleteEsas dos fachadas y sus edificios son muy atractivos e interesantes.
ReplyDeleteSaludos.
I like the effect you have given the photos. Good signs too.
ReplyDeleteThe photos are stunning! Congratulations on the professional angle!
ReplyDeleteLas dos primeras fachadas recuerdan en cierta forma a las que se suelen ver en las películas americanas de su fiebre del oro.
ReplyDeleteSaludos.
Great photos, buildings and signs! Take care, enjoy your day!
ReplyDeleteGood signs but love the first building and the skies - amazing :-D
ReplyDelete...these are great, I love the Imperial Hotel. It looks like being in New Orleans.
ReplyDeleteLove the architecture combined with the funkiness.
ReplyDeleteIt looks like Castlemaine has a lot of character. Those buildings are great.
ReplyDeleteThe imperial hotel reminds me of New Orleans in that style.
ReplyDeleteGreat old buildings.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful architecture and interesting back story.
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