The Southern Ocean washes in between imposing limestone cliffs, shaped by wind, rain and the sea over centuries. Loch Ard Gorge, located in Port Campbell National Park provides one of the most dramatic viewpoints of the rugged Victorian coastline. Dubbed the shipwreck coast, the gorge takes its name from one of the vessels claimed by the region's trecherous waters. In 1878 following a three month journey from London, the 262ft sail vessel Loch Ard was en route to Melbourne when it struck the cliffs. The vessel sank in less than twenty minutes claiming fifty-two lives. Two survivors however washed up onto the beach in the gorge (above) and were rescued.

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