The Welcome Stranger Monument
This stone obelisk commemorates the discovery of the world's largest gold nugget.

📜 Stone obelisk in Moliagul, Australia, commemorating the discovery of the world's largest alluvial gold nugget, 'The Welcome Stranger', in 1869. This site is significant to the Victorian gold rush.

Why Go

⛏️ Learn about the historic Victorian gold rush💰 See where the world's largest gold nugget was found📸 See a significant historical monument🗺️ Explore a remote historical site

Why Avoid

💤 Small site, limited activities📍 Remote location, requires travel

Tips

🅿️ Parking available just off Monument Road on Welcome Stranger Road.
🗺️ Located 20 kilometers north of Dunolly.

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