Mount Eliza

Mount Eliza is a hill that overlooks the city of Perth, Western Australia and forms part of Kings Park. It is known as and in the local Noongar dialect. As part of Kings Park, Mount Eliza has received more than 5 million visitors each year (2019), due to events such as; the Anzac Day Memorial service, the Australia Day fireworks and the Kings Park festival. In addition to these events, Mount Eliza attracts visitors and interest with its ecosystems, indigenous and colonial history, landmarks and other activities. Naming The local Noongar people refer to the peak of Mount Eliza as and . The southern base of Mount Eliza is known as and is considered a significant site for ceremonies and dreaming for Aboriginal males. In 1827, James Stirling of inspected the Swan River for potential future colonisation. In this expedition it is said that Mount Eliza was named after the wife of New South Wales Governor Darling. In July 1901, Perth Park was renamed to 'The Kings Park' honouring the new King Edward VII.