Cowra

We are currently in Cowra overnight. The weather has turned just a bit hot.

Spent the afternoon visiting the site of the POW camp. Where they held Japanese soldiers. Famous for their brakeout. 1100 prisoners escaped, and over 200 were killed. Plus, 4 guards.
Then to the war cemetery for the Japanese who lost their lives in the brakeout. Plus, local soldiers that paid the ultimate price. A beautiful place of remembrance.
The Australian UN Peace Bell is also found in Cowra. It is cast from melted down coins from the UN nations.
A lovely rose garden was just across the road from our camp.Read more