{"id":290,"date":"2016-04-08T00:57:40","date_gmt":"2016-04-07T14:57:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.moonahlinks.com.au\/cms\/blog\/4-must-visit-spots-for-the-history-buff-on-mornington-peninsula\/"},"modified":"2025-09-17T08:14:42","modified_gmt":"2025-09-17T00:14:42","slug":"4-must-visit-spots-for-the-history-buff-on-mornington-peninsula","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.moonahlinks.com.au\/cms\/2016\/04\/4-must-visit-spots-for-the-history-buff-on-mornington-peninsula\/","title":{"rendered":"4 must-visit spots for the history buff on Mornington Peninsula"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><input id='br-article-id' name='br-article-id' type='hidden' value='6033806' \/><\/p>\n<p>If you&#39;re passionate about history and the thought of walking through ancient forts or heritage lighthouses gets your heart pumping, you should definitely make a point to visit these stunning spots around Mornington Peninsula. <a href=\"http:\/\/moonahlinks.com.au\/guests\/resort\/accommodation.mhtml\">Book your accommodation<\/a> and get ready for an exhilarating and historically enriching escapade around the sights of the region!&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Cape Schanck Lighthouse<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>In the early 1800s, there were numerous shipwrecks around Mornington Peninsula&#39;s Western Port and Port Phillip Bay as ships sailed towards Melbourne. To resolve the issue, a committee decreed in 1841 that a lighthouse was to be constructed and 18 years later the beautiful 21-metre high Cape Schanck Lighthouse was completed.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div style=\"width: 100%; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\">\n<style type=\"text\/css\">\niframe.twitter-tweet.twitter-tweet-rendered{ width: 99%!important;}<\/style>\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" data-instgrm-version=\"6\" style=\" background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:658px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);\">\n<div style=\"padding:8px;\">\n<div style=\" background:#F8F8F8; line-height:0; margin-top:40px; padding:50.0% 0; text-align:center; width:100%;\">\n<div style=\" background:url(data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAACwAAAAsCAMAAAApWqozAAAAGFBMVEUiIiI9PT0eHh4gIB4hIBkcHBwcHBwcHBydr+JQAAAACHRSTlMABA4YHyQsM5jtaMwAAADfSURBVDjL7ZVBEgMhCAQBAf\/\/42xcNbpAqakcM0ftUmFAAIBE81IqBJdS3lS6zs3bIpB9WED3YYXFPmHRfT8sgyrCP1x8uEUxLMzNWElFOYCV6mHWWwMzdPEKHlhLw7NWJqkHc4uIZphavDzA2JPzUDsBZziNae2S6owH8xPmX8G7zzgKEOPUoYHvGz1TBCxMkd3kwNVbU0gKHkx+iZILf77IofhrY1nYFnB\/lQPb79drWOyJVa\/DAvg9B\/rLB4cC+Nqgdz\/TvBbBnr6GBReqn\/nRmDgaQEej7WhonozjF+Y2I\/fZou\/qAAAAAElFTkSuQmCC); display:block; height:44px; margin:0 auto -44px; position:relative; top:-22px; width:44px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p style=\" color:#c9c8cd; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; line-height:17px; margin-bottom:0; margin-top:8px; overflow:hidden; padding:8px 0 7px; text-align:center; text-overflow:ellipsis; white-space:nowrap;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/8XwKt1rPXZ\/\" style=\" color:#c9c8cd; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:normal; line-height:17px; text-decoration:none;\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">A photo posted by Vicky Condello (@vivladee)<\/a> on<\/p>\n<p><time datetime=\"2015-10-03T09:54:06+00:00\" style=\" font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; line-height:17px;\">Oct 3, 2015 at 2:54am PDT<\/time><\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><script async=\"\" defer=\"defer\" src=\"\/\/platform.instagram.com\/en_US\/embeds.js\">\n<\/script><\/div>\n<p>Built using&nbsp;limestone blocks framed by a pretty&nbsp;decorative bracketed gallery and statement red roof, the Lighthouse is a landmark of the area and tours run daily. The Museum located in the nearby&nbsp;Assistant Lightkeeper&#39;s Quarters is a must-visit to immerse yourself in the enlightening tales of this building&#39;s history. You can even visit the&nbsp;Radio Signal Tower Lookout atop the lighthouse for stunning panoramic views over the coastline.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div style=\"width: 100%; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\">\n<style type=\"text\/css\">\niframe.twitter-tweet.twitter-tweet-rendered{ width: 99%!important;}<\/style>\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" data-instgrm-version=\"6\" style=\" background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:658px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);\">\n<div style=\"padding:8px;\">\n<div style=\" background:#F8F8F8; line-height:0; margin-top:40px; padding:50.0% 0; text-align:center; width:100%;\">\n<div style=\" background:url(data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAACwAAAAsCAMAAAApWqozAAAAGFBMVEUiIiI9PT0eHh4gIB4hIBkcHBwcHBwcHBydr+JQAAAACHRSTlMABA4YHyQsM5jtaMwAAADfSURBVDjL7ZVBEgMhCAQBAf\/\/42xcNbpAqakcM0ftUmFAAIBE81IqBJdS3lS6zs3bIpB9WED3YYXFPmHRfT8sgyrCP1x8uEUxLMzNWElFOYCV6mHWWwMzdPEKHlhLw7NWJqkHc4uIZphavDzA2JPzUDsBZziNae2S6owH8xPmX8G7zzgKEOPUoYHvGz1TBCxMkd3kwNVbU0gKHkx+iZILf77IofhrY1nYFnB\/lQPb79drWOyJVa\/DAvg9B\/rLB4cC+Nqgdz\/TvBbBnr6GBReqn\/nRmDgaQEej7WhonozjF+Y2I\/fZou\/qAAAAAElFTkSuQmCC); display:block; height:44px; margin:0 auto -44px; position:relative; top:-22px; width:44px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p style=\" color:#c9c8cd; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; line-height:17px; margin-bottom:0; margin-top:8px; overflow:hidden; padding:8px 0 7px; text-align:center; text-overflow:ellipsis; white-space:nowrap;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/86k-QRB6Uv\/\" style=\" color:#c9c8cd; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:normal; line-height:17px; text-decoration:none;\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">A photo posted by @senena_wombat<\/a> on<\/p>\n<p><time datetime=\"2015-10-16T22:29:42+00:00\" style=\" font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; line-height:17px;\">Oct 16, 2015 at 3:29pm PDT<\/time><\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><script async=\"\" defer=\"defer\" src=\"\/\/platform.instagram.com\/en_US\/embeds.js\">\n<\/script><\/div>\n<p>Fun fact for the history aficionado?&nbsp;Cape Schanck Lighthouse has a rare stone spiral staircase, making it one of just three&nbsp;surviving pre-1863 lighthouses in the world! Pack a picnic and indulge in a delightful meal on the lush, soft grass around the structure.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Fort Nepean<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Those with an interest in war history must visit Fort Nepean, a crumbling military establishment with a&nbsp;labyrinth of underground tunnels that you can stroll through. The Fort played an instrumental role in defending Victoria from the&nbsp;1880s until 1945, and was one of the most heavily armed sites near Port Phillip Bay&#39;s entrance. You can still see the&nbsp;ammunition magazines, barracks tunnels,&nbsp;gun emplacements,&nbsp;engine house and a bomb-proof room.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>For a fact of history that may send chills up your spine, Fort Nepean was the site where the British Empire&#39;s first gunshot in World War I&nbsp;was fired, as well as the location where the very first Australian shots of World War ll were fired. This alone earns Fore Nepean a unique place in global military history.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div style=\"width: 100%; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\">\n<style type=\"text\/css\">\niframe.twitter-tweet.twitter-tweet-rendered{ width: 99%!important;}<\/style>\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" data-instgrm-captioned=\"\" data-instgrm-version=\"6\" style=\" background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:658px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);\">\n<div style=\"padding:8px;\">\n<div style=\" background:#F8F8F8; line-height:0; margin-top:40px; padding:50.0% 0; text-align:center; width:100%;\">\n<div style=\" background:url(data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAACwAAAAsCAMAAAApWqozAAAAGFBMVEUiIiI9PT0eHh4gIB4hIBkcHBwcHBwcHBydr+JQAAAACHRSTlMABA4YHyQsM5jtaMwAAADfSURBVDjL7ZVBEgMhCAQBAf\/\/42xcNbpAqakcM0ftUmFAAIBE81IqBJdS3lS6zs3bIpB9WED3YYXFPmHRfT8sgyrCP1x8uEUxLMzNWElFOYCV6mHWWwMzdPEKHlhLw7NWJqkHc4uIZphavDzA2JPzUDsBZziNae2S6owH8xPmX8G7zzgKEOPUoYHvGz1TBCxMkd3kwNVbU0gKHkx+iZILf77IofhrY1nYFnB\/lQPb79drWOyJVa\/DAvg9B\/rLB4cC+Nqgdz\/TvBbBnr6GBReqn\/nRmDgaQEej7WhonozjF+Y2I\/fZou\/qAAAAAElFTkSuQmCC); display:block; height:44px; margin:0 auto -44px; position:relative; top:-22px; width:44px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p style=\" margin:8px 0 0 0; padding:0 4px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/BDcvOP2sn3J\/\" style=\" color:#000; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:normal; line-height:17px; text-decoration:none; word-wrap:break-word;\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">#Portsea #fortnepean<\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\" color:#c9c8cd; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; line-height:17px; margin-bottom:0; margin-top:8px; overflow:hidden; padding:8px 0 7px; text-align:center; text-overflow:ellipsis; white-space:nowrap;\">A photo posted by s i m m o n e (@simmo28) on<\/p>\n<p><time datetime=\"2016-03-27T08:01:48+00:00\" style=\" font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; line-height:17px;\">Mar 27, 2016 at 1:01am PDT<\/time><\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><script async=\"\" defer=\"defer\" src=\"\/\/platform.instagram.com\/en_US\/embeds.js\">\n<\/script><\/div>\n<p><strong>Frankston Pier<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>First built in&nbsp;1857 and extended in&nbsp;1864, the Frankston&nbsp;Pier has become a landmark of the region with numerous noteworthy historical events occurring here. Once you reach the end of the pier, you will be treated to views towards the Dandenong Ranges, You Yang Ranges (three pointed hills across the water) and the Melbourne skyline itself.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>All along the Pier are kinetic sculpture flags by famous Australian artist Louise Lavarack. These move with the wind and tide, a lovely&nbsp;galvanised steel installation that has been delighting visitors to the Pier since it was completed in 2004.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div style=\"width: 100%; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\">\n<style type=\"text\/css\">\niframe.twitter-tweet.twitter-tweet-rendered{ width: 99%!important;}<\/style>\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" data-instgrm-version=\"6\" style=\" background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:658px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);\">\n<div style=\"padding:8px;\">\n<div style=\" background:#F8F8F8; line-height:0; margin-top:40px; padding:50.0% 0; text-align:center; width:100%;\">\n<div style=\" background:url(data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAACwAAAAsCAMAAAApWqozAAAAGFBMVEUiIiI9PT0eHh4gIB4hIBkcHBwcHBwcHBydr+JQAAAACHRSTlMABA4YHyQsM5jtaMwAAADfSURBVDjL7ZVBEgMhCAQBAf\/\/42xcNbpAqakcM0ftUmFAAIBE81IqBJdS3lS6zs3bIpB9WED3YYXFPmHRfT8sgyrCP1x8uEUxLMzNWElFOYCV6mHWWwMzdPEKHlhLw7NWJqkHc4uIZphavDzA2JPzUDsBZziNae2S6owH8xPmX8G7zzgKEOPUoYHvGz1TBCxMkd3kwNVbU0gKHkx+iZILf77IofhrY1nYFnB\/lQPb79drWOyJVa\/DAvg9B\/rLB4cC+Nqgdz\/TvBbBnr6GBReqn\/nRmDgaQEej7WhonozjF+Y2I\/fZou\/qAAAAAElFTkSuQmCC); display:block; height:44px; margin:0 auto -44px; position:relative; top:-22px; width:44px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p style=\" color:#c9c8cd; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; line-height:17px; margin-bottom:0; margin-top:8px; overflow:hidden; padding:8px 0 7px; text-align:center; text-overflow:ellipsis; white-space:nowrap;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/BCpifIgsnLz\/\" style=\" color:#c9c8cd; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:normal; line-height:17px; text-decoration:none;\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">A photo posted by Juanita Fan (@juanita_fan0307)<\/a> on<\/p>\n<p><time datetime=\"2016-03-07T10:49:15+00:00\" style=\" font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; line-height:17px;\">Mar 7, 2016 at 2:49am PST<\/time><\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><script async=\"\" defer=\"defer\" src=\"\/\/platform.instagram.com\/en_US\/embeds.js\">\n<\/script><\/div>\n<p><strong>Beleura House and Garden<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>This heritage home &#8211; more a mansion &#8211; located on lush green grounds was built back in&nbsp;1863 by James Butchart. However, the&nbsp;Beleura House and Garden was eventually bequeathed to the people of Victoria by&nbsp;John Tallis. The rooms and house have been converted into a museum showcasing the original furnishings, artworks and paraphernalia of the 1800s. Admire the unique collection, including a plethora of items from ornate mirrors to oil paintings, all housed under elegantly painted ceilings.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>For some fresh air, head outside to the extensive, blooming gardens and perch by the fountain flanking the entrance, depicting playful Cupid cherub sculptures.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div style=\"width: 100%; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\">\n<style type=\"text\/css\">\niframe.twitter-tweet.twitter-tweet-rendered{ width: 99%!important;}<\/style>\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" data-instgrm-captioned=\"\" data-instgrm-version=\"6\" style=\" background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:658px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);\">\n<div style=\"padding:8px;\">\n<div style=\" background:#F8F8F8; line-height:0; margin-top:40px; padding:50.0% 0; text-align:center; width:100%;\">\n<div style=\" background:url(data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAACwAAAAsCAMAAAApWqozAAAAGFBMVEUiIiI9PT0eHh4gIB4hIBkcHBwcHBwcHBydr+JQAAAACHRSTlMABA4YHyQsM5jtaMwAAADfSURBVDjL7ZVBEgMhCAQBAf\/\/42xcNbpAqakcM0ftUmFAAIBE81IqBJdS3lS6zs3bIpB9WED3YYXFPmHRfT8sgyrCP1x8uEUxLMzNWElFOYCV6mHWWwMzdPEKHlhLw7NWJqkHc4uIZphavDzA2JPzUDsBZziNae2S6owH8xPmX8G7zzgKEOPUoYHvGz1TBCxMkd3kwNVbU0gKHkx+iZILf77IofhrY1nYFnB\/lQPb79drWOyJVa\/DAvg9B\/rLB4cC+Nqgdz\/TvBbBnr6GBReqn\/nRmDgaQEej7WhonozjF+Y2I\/fZou\/qAAAAAElFTkSuQmCC); display:block; height:44px; margin:0 auto -44px; position:relative; top:-22px; width:44px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p style=\" margin:8px 0 0 0; padding:0 4px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/BBq4DIgpdiq\/\" style=\" color:#000; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:normal; line-height:17px; text-decoration:none; word-wrap:break-word;\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Beleura taken from John Tallis&#39;s (former owner and occupier who bequeathed Beleura to the people of Victoria) favourite vantage point. #beleurahouse #serene<\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\" color:#c9c8cd; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; line-height:17px; margin-bottom:0; margin-top:8px; overflow:hidden; padding:8px 0 7px; text-align:center; text-overflow:ellipsis; white-space:nowrap;\">A photo posted by Beleura &#8211; the House &amp; Garden (@beleura_house) on<\/p>\n<p><time datetime=\"2016-02-12T02:45:30+00:00\" style=\" font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; line-height:17px;\">Feb 11, 2016 at 6:45pm PST<\/time><\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><script async=\"\" defer=\"defer\" src=\"\/\/platform.instagram.com\/en_US\/embeds.js\">\n<\/script><\/div>\n<p>Once you are through with gallivanting through time as you admire these sights, soak your feet in the Reflexology Walk through ankle-deep water on therapeutic massage stones in the middle of nature at the Peninsula Hot Springs.&nbsp;Conveniently located&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/moonahlinks.com.au\/guests\/resort\/toDo.mhtml\">very close to your Moonah Links<\/a> hotel room, you&#39;ll have a perfect end to your day of historical adventures.&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Are you passionate about history? 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