# S3 | google/gemini-3.6-flash | run 2

## Prompt

What is the capital of Australia?

## Response

The capital of Australia is Canberra. Chosen in 1908 as a compromise between rival cities Sydney and Melbourne, Canberra is located in the Australian Capital Territory in southeastern Australia [Australian Government Portal](https://www.australia.gov.au). As the seat of the Australian government, it houses federal institutions such as Parliament House, the High Court, and numerous national monuments.

## History and Characteristics

Canberra is an entirely planned city designed by American architects Walter Burley Griffin and Marion Mahony Griffin following an international design competition [National Capital Authority](https://www.nca.gov.au). Construction officially began in 1913, and the federal parliament moved from Melbourne to Canberra in 1927.

| Aspect | Details |
| :--- | :--- |
| **Geographic Location** | Inland area roughly 280 km (170 mi) southwest of Sydney |
| **Design Features** | Garden city layout featuring geometric patterns, broad avenues, and integrated natural vegetation |
| **Central Landmark** | Lake Burley Griffin, a large artificial lake at the city center |
| **Key Attractions** | Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia, Questacon [Visit Canberra](https://canberra.com.au) |

Would you like to explore the history of how Canberra was designed, or learn about its key cultural institutions?
