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The Round House, Fremantle
Round House, Fremantle, Perth, Western Australia, Australia is the oldest public building in Western Australia and stands at the western end of High Street on Arthur Head, a high promontory overlooking Bathers Beach and the Indian Ocean. The twelve-sided building was purpose-built as a gaol in 1831, 18 months after settlement of Fremantle and was used until 1886 to house locals who broke the law. After it ceased being used as a goal it became a police lock-up until the late 1890s and then used as accommodation for the Water Police and afterwards as a storage facility for Fremantle Ports
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The Round House, Fremantle - A Historic Landmark Overlooking the Indian Ocean
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. This print captures the timeless beauty of the Round House in Fremantle, Perth, Western Australia. As the oldest public building in Western Australia, this twelve-sided architectural marvel stands proudly at the western end of High Street on Arthur Head. Perched high on a promontory, it offers breathtaking views of Bathers Beach and the vast expanse of the Indian Ocean. Originally built as a gaol in 1831, just 18 months after Fremantle's settlement, this historic structure served as a place of confinement for locals who transgressed the law until 1886. Following its role as a prison facility, it was repurposed as a police lock-up until the late 1890s. Later on, it provided accommodation for Water Police before being transformed into a storage facility for Fremantle Ports. The Round House's unique design and rich history make it an iconic symbol of Western Australia's heritage and resilience. Its solid stone walls have witnessed countless stories unfold over centuries – tales that echo through time and remind us of our past. Doug Pearson's masterful photography perfectly encapsulates both its grandeur and serenity. The image transports viewers to another era while highlighting how seamlessly this historical gem blends with its picturesque coastal surroundings. As you admire this remarkable print capturing an enduring piece of Australian history, let your imagination wander back to bygone days when justice was dispensed within these
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